Following on from Understanding Depression and Anxiety, presenter Winifred Henderson will provide you with practical techniques to help you stop worry, manage stress, and reduce stress, ultimately aiding in the prevention and alleviation of depression and anxiety. Caring for and supporting someone with dementia can be a challenging journey, and it is crucial to equip …
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Sleep is such a precious and fragile thing. We so often feel overwhelmed by media reports telling us how vital good sleep is. So why is it that so many carers and people living with dementia have trouble with their sleep? This Masterclass will cover: – What is normal sleep? – How we sleep – …
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Stigma is one of the biggest barriers for people living with dementia to live fully with dignity and respect. Help us fight stigma by learning more about its effects and taking steps to reduce its impact. What is stigma surrounding dementia? Stigma surrounding dementia encompasses any negative attitude or discriminatory behaviour against people living …
What is dementia? Dementia is a complex condition that can be both heartbreaking and bewildering. Dementia is not one specific disease, but an umbrella term that is used to describe approximately 100 different illnesses. This debilitating illness affects a person’s ability to think, reason, and remember. It is a progressive condition that slowly and steadily …
Getting Diagnosed Getting diagnosed with dementia is a vital step in ensuring a better quality of life for both the individual and their loved ones. Early detection can help individuals and their family plan for the future and make necessary arrangements. It also provides an opportunity for early intervention and treatment that can potentially slow …
Dementia occurs as the result of physical changes in the structure of the brain. We do not yet know what causes some types of dementia and with conditions such as Alzheimer’s or Vascular Dementia it may be a combination of factors. Alzheimer’s Disease The most common form of dementia, accounting for somewhere between 50-75% …
Ask for help Living with dementia isn’t always easy. Whether you’ve been diagnosed yourself, or you would like to support someone you know, we are here to help. Our Dementia New Zealand Network covers over 70% of the New Zealand population currently living with Dementia. We provide: Guidance for people navigating their way to getting …
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Ways to get involved We rely on the generous support of our community who contribute through fundraising, donations and volunteering. Here’s more on how you can help. Donate Your tax deductible donation will make a real difference in the lives of those living with dementia. The financial contribution you provide play a significant part …
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The restaurant highlighting what is possible One of the many positive outcomes of the TV series The Restaurant That Makes Mistakes was that it helped to dispel misconceptions of what a life with Dementia is like – by showing that people with this diagnosis can still do amazing things. The 8 fabulous restaurateurs, who have …
Getting a diagnosis of dementia while still of working age can be difficult to accept. You may still want or need to continue working, whether it’s for financial reasons or because you enjoy it. If you have been diagnosed with dementia and are still working, you may need to start making decisions about changing how …
