September is Dementia Awareness Month

“Dementia describes a collection of symptoms that are caused by disorders affecting the brain. It is not one specific disease. Dementia affects thinking, behaviour and the ability to perform everyday tasks. Brain function is affected enough to interfere with the person’s normal social or working life.”

“Dementia affects close to half a million Australians. That number is set to double in the next 25 years. Many Australians will start experiencing the impact of Dementia amongst their own family and friends in the coming years.” 

InPlace Care - September is Dementia Awareness Month

Whilst dementia is most prevalent in older adults; It is not a normal part of ageing. The early signs of Dementia can be very subtle (progressive memory loss, confusion, personality change, apathy, withdrawal). And may only be fully recognised with the benefit of hindsight. 

Whilst there are no specific treatments to prevent or cure Dementia, human relationships, support, connectedness, enabling environments & maintaining general health are some of the keys to a person with a dementia diagnosis living well. It is also incredibly important that people caring for people with Dementia are well supported. 

There are so many potential challenges associated with caring for someone with Dementia; physical, emotional, practical, financial, social, familial.

Prepare a “Treasure Chest of Memories” before the hard days of the future come. Include photographs, souvenirs, newspaper clippings, objects with special meaning, and even perfumes that act as a kind of external memory for them.

Talking about a patient’s favourite music and songs of the past or memorable memories of the past can bring back some of their backgrounds and provide a platform for social interaction and mindfulness.

If you or someone you know is struggling with caring for a loved one with Dementia, it may be the time to seek some practical assistance & support.

InPlace Care provides professional carers to assist patients with Dementia diagnosis. 

Let’s bring calmness and safety for our loved ones.

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WHAT WE HAVE DONE

  • Keeping our Carer community up to date with regular updates and new clinical operational procedures relevant for the best protection of their clients and themselves
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The Inplace Care worker visiting your home is taking the necessary measures to ensure you say safe.
This includes following advice from Australia’s Chief Medical Officer about when to use equipment such as masks, gloves, aprons or gowns, and protective eyewear.
Most importantly, look after yourself and keep safe.

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The program will run for 4 weeks in February 2021.
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