Steve Green, the Alzheimer’s Society’s regional manager for the North West, has suggested several tips for keeping dementia patients safe and comfortable on Bonfire Night. First, he advised planning ahead. He advised relatives and friends of dementia patients to inform them about Bonfire Night in advance, to help gauge their feelings about the festivities. Some … Read more
The Alzheimer’s Society has warned that while October 31 is an exciting time of year for many, it can be an unsettling time for people with dementia, including an estimated 106,000 in the North West. Changes in the home environment can be confusing for people with the condition, who sometimes have difficulty interpreting their surrounding. … Read more
The Alzheimer’s Society has advised that the upcoming time change on October 27 could disorientate people with dementia. This is because the shift in time affects circadian rhythms, making it difficult for them to differentiate between 6am and 6pm, which disrupts their sleep patterns. The charity has also raised concerns about ‘sundowning’, a phenomenon where … Read more