Carers of People with Dementia

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Reviewed August 2011

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Title:   Cognitive reframing for carers of people with dementia
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   There is some evidence that cognitive reframing interventions for family carers of people with dementia are effective. Dementia care is challenging for family carers. We studied whether they could be helped by cognitive reframing interventions. Cognitiv...
Date:   Jun 2011
Title:   Dementia and depression
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Depression is very common among people with dementia. Carers should know the signs of depression can include poor sleep, poor appetite, lack of energy and feelings of guilt. Depression may also be a side-effect of medication.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Dementia and wandering
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Wandering is common among people with dementia and can be very worrying for carers who are concerned for the person's safety and wellbeing. There are steps you can take to manage wandering behaviour and ensure the safety of a person with dementia.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Dementia and travelling
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Travelling with a person who has dementia can present a number of hazards and challenges. With care and planning, travel or a holiday is possible. It will help if the carer is aware of some of the warning signs that may indicate travel is inappropriate.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Dementia - sexuality and intimacy
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Intimacy and sexual issues are an important part of life for people with dementia. Sex and affection is important. However problems may arise for people with dementia and their partners, including aggression or inappropriate behaviour. Carers may need support to deal with their own feelings as well.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Dementia - how carers can help with dressing
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   People with dementia may have problems getting dressed. Carers can do many practical things to help with dressing including adapting clothing to suit the person's abilities, laying out their clothes and helping the person put clothes and shoes on.
Date:   Feb 2011
Title:   Dementia - how to encourage healthy eating
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A person with dementia may find eating difficult. Mealtimes can be stressful for the person and their carers. Loss of appetite, loss of memory and problems with judgement can cause difficulties with food, eating and nutrition. A person with dementia may forget how to chew and swallow. People with dementia may crave sweet foods.
Date:   Feb 2011
Title:   Dementia - managing incontinence
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Incontinence may occur in people with dementia for many reasons. Carers can manage the problem with strategies, aids and equipment. People with dementia may forget how to use the toilet, or where the toilet is. Help is available for carers.
Date:   Feb 2011
Title:   Dementia - communication issues
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Dementia can affect communication between a person with the condition and their family and carers. A person with dementia gradually loses their ability to communicate. Speaking, writing and reading skills may be affected. There are ways that carers can help.
Date:   Feb 2011
Title:   Dementia - early planning will help
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Dementia patients and their families will be helped by early planning. Planning financial and legal affairs, including writing a will, granting power of attorney and discussing medical decisions, can help both the person with dementia and their carers and family.
Date:   Feb 2011
Title:   Dementia - choosing residential care
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A person with dementia may require residential care and may not be able to live at home. This is a difficult decision for a carer, who may also be a spouse or partner. Some facilities offer low level care, high level care or dementia specific care.
Date:   Feb 2011
Title:   Dementia - changed behaviours
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Dementia can cause changes in a person's behaviour. Changes may include anger, aggression, loss of memory, hoarding and repetitive behaviour. Changes in behaviour can place stress on carers, families and friends.
Date:   Feb 2011
Title:   Dementia and eating difficulties - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   When caring for someone with dementia, meal times can be stressful. Learn some tips to help with eating difficulties that can arise with dementia.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Dementia: problems with sleeping - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Problems with sleeping are common for people with dementia. Here are some strategies to help carers cope with them.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Incontinence in dementia - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   When there is a decline of intellect and memory as a result of dementia, incontinence may occur, but there are things carers can do to help.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   People with dementia
Publisher:   CareSearch
Description:   Dementia is a progressive condition, causing deterioration in people's abilities. Patients in the later stages of dementia may become seriously ill. They may no longer be able to communicate their wishes. If they did not make any advance plans, a family member may be asked about different treatment options.
Date:   Jul 2010
Title:   Dementia and sleeping problems
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Sleep problems are common for people with dementia. Some people sleep during the day, leaving them awake and restless at night. Sleep problems may be caused by medication, pain or depression. This can be difficult for carers who may need help.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Dementia and personal hygiene
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Dementia can cause a change in personal hygiene habits. People may forget to wash or change their clothes, or they may forget how to keep clean. Carers may find this stressful but different strategies can help. A person with dementia may need help with going to the toilet, getting dressed, brushing their teeth and grooming hair and nails.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Supporting carers of dementia patients - information for carers of dementia patients
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Information and helpful tips for carers of people with dementia. Written and reviewed by medical professionals.
Date:   Feb 2010
Title:   Dementia resource guide
Publisher:   Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
Description:   This Guide has been developed to help people care for those who have dementia. The Guide supports a holistic approach that considers the social, emotional, physical and spiritual needs of the person with dementia and those around them.
Date:   Dec 2009

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