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Follow the links below to find information for and about carers of people who have dementia. For information on support services for dementia carers, follow the link to the specific HealthInsite topic page below.
Reviewed August 2008
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Dementia - managing incontinence
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Better Health Channel
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Incontinence may occur in people with dementia for many reasons. Carers can manage the problem with strategies, aids and equipment. Carers can get help to manage the problem.
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Jun 2008
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Media release. New dementia resource to improve quality of life
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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Minister for Ageing Mrs Justine Elliot today released a new dementia resource to help improve the quality of life of people living with dementia and assist those who care for them.
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Jun 2008
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Dementia and depression
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Better Health Channel
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Depression is very common among people with dementia. It may help carers to be aware of symptoms so they can recognise the early warning signs and seek appropriate help.
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May 2008
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Dementia and wandering
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Better Health Channel
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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.
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Jan 2008
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Dementia and travelling
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Better Health Channel
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Travelling with a person who has dementia can present a number of hazards and challenges. With care and planning, it is possible. It will help if the carer is aware of some of the warning signs that may indicate travel is inappropriate.
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Nov 2007
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Dementia - choosing residential care
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Better Health Channel
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Making the decision to find an alternative to caring for a person with dementia at home can be one of the most difficult decisions a carer will make. There are different types of residential care available and it may help to have some practical advice before making the move.
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Oct 2007
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Dementia - how to encourage healthy eating
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Better Health Channel
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Meal times can become stressful for someone with dementia and their carers. Loss of memory and problems with judgement can cause difficulties with food, eating and nutrition for many people with dementia.
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Aug 2007
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Dementia - early planning will help
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Better Health Channel
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Early planning can make it much easier for both the person with dementia and their carers to manage their financial and legal affairs.
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Aug 2007
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Dementia and sleeping problems
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Better Health Channel
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Problems with sleeping are common for people with dementia. Some people sleep during the day, leaving them awake and restless at night. This can be difficult for carers who may need help to manage this common but distressing problem.
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Jun 2007
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Dementia and personal hygiene
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Better Health Channel
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Sometimes people with dementia forget about washing themselves or changing their clothes. This can be difficult for carers to deal with, but there are a number of things that can be done to cope with these problems.
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Jun 2007
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Dementia - carers and activities
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Better Health Channel
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There are many ways to plan and provide appropriate activities for people with dementia. The help of an understanding caregiver can bring joy and meaning to the lives of people with dementia.
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Jan 2007
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Dementia - changed behaviours
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Better Health Channel
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Dementia can cause changes in a persons behaviour. Such changes are very common, but they can place enormous stress on carers. Understanding the reasons for these changes can help carers to cope.
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Jan 2007
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Dementia - sexuality and intimacy
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Better Health Channel
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Intimacy and sexual issues are an important part of life for everyone, including people with dementia. There are a number of problems, however, that may develop as a result of dementia. Carers may need support to deal with their own feelings as well.
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Jan 2007
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Dementia - communication issues
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Better Health Channel
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There may be changes in communication that occur as a result of dementia. As the disease progresses, a person with dementia gradually loses their ability to communicate. There are many ways that carers can help.
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Jan 2007
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Extended Aged Care at Home (EACH) Dementia draft Program guidelines
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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The Draft Guidelines prvode general information on the Extended Aged Care at Home (EACH) Dementia Program, for Approved Providers, other service providers and officers of the Department of Health and Ageing.
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Jan 2006
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Dementia - An Audiotape for Carers. Caring for a Person with Dementia (brochure)
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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A brochure about audiotapes on caring for a person with dementia, in English and eight community languages. The audiotapes provide advice on caring and refer to sources of help, while the brochure also incorporates an ordering form for the tapes.
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Dec 2004
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