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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 July 2009
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Dementia - how to encourage healthy eating
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Better Health Channel
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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.
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Mar 2009
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Dementia - how carers can help with dressing
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Better Health Channel
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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.
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Mar 2009
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Subjective barriers to prevent wandering of cognitively impaired people
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Cognitive impairment is part of the clinical syndrome of dementia which is due to brain disorder, often progressive and irreversible. Wandering of cognitively impaired people presents risks, and places additional demands on carers. Traditional measures ...
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Mar 2009
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Dementia - choosing residential care
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Better Health Channel
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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.
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Dec 2008
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Dementia and sleeping problems
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Better Health Channel
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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.
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Oct 2008
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Dementia and personal hygiene
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Better Health Channel
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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.
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Oct 2008
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Dementia - early planning will help
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Better Health Channel
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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.
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Sep 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. People with dementia may forget how to use the toilet, or where the toilet is. Help is available for carers.
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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. 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.
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May 2008
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Dementia resource guide
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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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.
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May 2008
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People with dementia
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CareSearch
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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.
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May 2008
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Respite care for people with dementia and their carers
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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The aims of respite care are to decrease caregiver burden and increase the length of time for which a person with dementia can continue living at home, an outcome which may be both emotionally and financially desirable. Results from three randomized con...
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May 2008
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Dementia - carers and activities
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Better Health Channel
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Carers for people with dementia can plan many appropriate activities for people with dementia. Activities in the home and outside may bring pleasure and self-esteem to a person with dementia and their carer. People with dementia can also help with simple tasks if they have not forgotten the skills.
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Jan 2008
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Dementia - communication issues
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Better Health Channel
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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.
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Jan 2008
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Dementia - changed behaviours
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Better Health Channel
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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.
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Jan 2008
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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 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.
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Jan 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, 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.
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Nov 2007
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Living with dementia: a guide for veterans, their families, and carers
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Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs
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Dementia presents challenges for both those with the condition and those caring for them. Living with Dementia provides practical information to enhance understanding and will assist in making well-informed decisions about the future.
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May 2006
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