When a family member is diagnosed with #dementia it can be a difficult time. Our Understanding Dementia Better training gives you the information you need to support your loved ones with confidence. Book for free today! eventbrite.co.uk/e/family-carer… Carers UK Dementia UK

The two terms are often used together but what do they really mean? Dementia is a group of symptoms that impact memory and the ability to communicate Alzheimer’s, the most common form of dementia. Alzheimer’s gets worse with time, affects memory, language and thoughts #dementia

Are you a carer? Professionally or for a member of your family? Mind has put together some information and advice on how to take care of yourself too. mindcharity.co.uk/wp-content/upl… #careforcarers #oxfordshirecare

As you get older, the feeling of losing your independence can be frustrating, as you may have to be more reliant on others. Often there may be a reluctance to have any help as people don’t want to acknowledge they can no longer cope on their own. trustontap.com

It’s a worrying time when you notice confusion in a loved one but what are the early signs of dementia? #earlysignsofdementia #dementia #dementiacare

Talking to someone can improve your #mentalhealth. Our dedicated support teams are here to support you & provide advice, emotional support & a listening ear. If you're a #carer in #Bucks, call us on 0300 777 2722. #carers #unpaidcarers Buckinghamshire Council Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust @bucksccgs

The part of the brain that enables this kind of reasoning is damaged. They will no longer be able to read the face of a clock or understand the positioning of the hands, and therefore will not be able to tell what time it is. #dementia #dementiaawareness

Dementia clocks are digital or analog tools that help dementia patients remember simple dates and tasks that might slip their memory. AlzProducts have a fantastic range of different dementia clocks, we highly recommend them! #dementiaclock

In dementia there is damage to the brain, which can cause a person to experience changes in how they understand the world around them. Read about how dementia can change a person’s perception, and how we can offer support: bit.ly/3joxE1p

Special COVID-19 jab clinic from Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust for those in #Bucks who have a #LearningDisability or #autism & their family members. The clinic is on 15th May, 9.30am-4pm in Main Outpatients Department, Amersham Hospital. See poster for more details ⤵️ #carers #unpaidcarers

When it comes to finding a carer for someone close to you, you want to find a carer who genuinely cares, and loves what they do. trustontap.com #elderlycare #oxfordshirecare

What is the difference between TrustonTap and other homecare agencies? The difference is trust. trustontap.com #trustontap #homecare

What does dementia mean to you? We asked our team this question, these are their responses… #oxfordshirecare #dementia #oxfordshirebusiness #companionshipcare

We understand how hard it can be and we are here to help you find the care that is needed. What ever care and support you need we are here to help. Our team are just a phone call away 📞0808 278 1112 trustontap.com #oxfordshirecare #alzheimersawareness #elderlyhealth

Fuelling our bodies with a balanced diet and the correct nutrients is important, but have you thought about how critical it is for the elderly too? trustontap.com/health-wellbei… #elderlynutrition #dementiaadvice #homecare #oxfordshire

The Parkinson’s Foundation joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health throughout May. #Together4MH and #Together4PD, we'll fight the stigmas around depression, anxiety and suicide as they relate to Parkinson’s disease: Parkinson.org/blog/tips/ment…

The calendar for #DementiaActionWeek next week in #Berkshire. 💙 Dementia Action Week is an annual campaign encouraging action on dementia. This year's theme is diagnosis. For info: bit.ly/3F5InIj or visit DementiaFriendlyWestBerkshire's website: dfwb.co.uk

Mental health is just as important as physical health for people with dementia 🧠 Talking about our feelings, staying active, eating healthily, resting and asking for help when we need it are all good ways to keep our mental health - healthy. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Great to be at #ukcareweek, hearing Ed Balls talking about his insights in working in care #insidethecarecrisiswithedballs Applauding all that carers do and recognises we need to do more to value them. Great to have an ex-minister championing care.

Great to meet Dr Becky Carlyle at the @alzheimersresearchuk event in Oxford this week. Exciting to hear about all she is working on and the projects for research over the coming years. #alzheimercare #dementiaawareness #homecareagency