Fiona Phillips' Husband Shares the One Word He Avoids Saying as She Battles Alzheimer's Tuesday, July 15, 2025 alzheimers caregiving compassion dementia empathy fionaphillips martinfrizell roleplay memoryloss support Fiona Phillips' diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer’s has profoundly affected not only her life but also the lives of her family. Her husband, Martin Frizell, has become her primary caregiver and has learned firsthand … Read More
Heatwaves Pose Serious Health Risks for Dementia Patients, Nurse Warns Tuesday, June 24, 2025 dementia heatwave alzheimer dehydration health elderly caregiving heatstroke nhs awareness As temperatures rise this summer, families caring for loved ones with dementia need to be especially vigilant. Heatwaves can pose serious and often overlooked health risks for people living with cognitive decline. Dr Jane … Read More
Teen Shares Experience of Caring for Disabled Mother While Studying for GCSEs Saturday, June 14, 2025 youngcarer me chronicfatigue disability caregiving gcse family awareness support carersweek A 15-year-old from Gloucestershire has opened up about the challenges of caring for their disabled mother while juggling the demands of GCSE studies. Ace Parry from Quedgeley has been supporting their mother, Chantelle Parry, … Read More
Rheumatologist Reveals Three Essential Exercises to Ease Joint Pain in Caregivers Wednesday, May 14, 2025 jointpain caregiving rheumatology exercises mobility ankle backpain selfcare fitness supplements A recent survey by GOPO Joint Health highlights that over half of caregivers suffer from weekly back, joint, or muscle pain. Despite their focus on caring for others, rheumatologist Dr. Rod Hughes urges caregivers to … Read More
Everything I Wish I Knew When My Dad Was Diagnosed with Dementia at 52 Saturday, May 10, 2025 dementia young-onset alzheimers caregiving diagnosis memory mentalhealth support community emotions At just 12 years old, John Ramsay faced the life-altering moment when his father, David, was diagnosed with young-onset dementia at the age of 52. With Dementia Action Week approaching (May 19-25), John shares heartfelt … Read More
Warning Signs of Dementia May Be Aggravated by Clock Change This Weekend Saturday, March 29, 2025 dementia clock change daylight saving time symptoms disorientation sleep disruptions sundowning routine caregiving circadian rhythms An expert has cautioned that the approaching clock change may escalate potential symptoms of dementia. On March 30, we’ll be setting our clocks forward by an hour to mark the start of daylight saving time. While many … Read More