by jess | Dec 28, 2020 | Staying connected
Building a family time capsule is an activity that the whole family can take part in. You can ask each relative, and maybe some friends too, to select something special for the capsule. Ask each person to write a short note explaining what they have chosen and why....
by jess | Dec 16, 2020 | Staying connected
While the festive season can be wonderful in many ways, it can also be a lonely time for some. Making a new connection can make all the difference. Reengage provides the call companion service, aimed at older people who live alone, or in sheltered accommodation. If...
by jess | May 18, 2020 | Hobbies & crafts, Living well in a residential care home, Sharing your gifts and knowledge, Staying connected
Throughout the lockdowns people had to get creative to keep themselves entertained at home. Creating a virtual pub quiz is a great example of this, and is a nice way to gather friends and family to share an activity online. To create your own quiz, you’ll need to...
by ianmccreath | May 15, 2020 | Sharing your gifts and knowledge, Staying connected
If you’re someone with dementia and want to join others in changing things for the better, finding a local DEEP group might be just the thing to do! DEEP (Dementia Engagement and Empowerment Project) has 130 groups around the country –made up of people wanting...
by ianmccreath | May 15, 2020 | Sharing your gifts and knowledge, Staying connected, What matters to you
It can often be helpful to reach out and let others know how you are feeling. So why not join the growing community of dementia diarists? Dementia Diaries are audio diaries that give you a space to record your views and reflections from everyday life with dementia-...
by jess | May 14, 2020 | Staying connected, What matters to you
While a visit to a ‘death cafe’ may not sound that appealing, they are certainly experiencing an increase in popularity – so what exactly are they? Death cafes provide a comfortable environment in which people can talk openly about the sometimes uncomfortable subject...