Top Tips for Staying Comfortable During Hot Weather
Small adjustments can help people feel more comfortable, maintain independence and enjoy their day.
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Top Tips for Creating Magical Meaningful Moments
Some of the most memorable moments in dementia care are often the simplest.
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Home is More Than A Place
This month I want to stay with Tom Kitwood’s flower metaphor and explore another petal: Attachment.
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Top Tips for Having Meaningful Conversations
Meaningful conversations help people feel heard, valued and connected.
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Top Tips for Supporting Choice
Choice helps people maintain independence, dignity and a sense of control.
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Top Tips for Creating a Warm Welcome
The way we welcome someone can shape their whole experience. For people living with dementia, a warm welcome can help reduce anxiety and create a sense of safety and belonging.
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Belonging Begins with Being Seen
Exploring how we need to look behind the label of dementia, to see the whole person, including their life history and identity.
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Top Tips for Recognising and Celebrating Values in Action
It is easy to focus on what goes wrong and overlook positive practice. Recognising values in action strengthens culture.
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Top Tips for Embedding Values into Everyday Dementia Care Practice
Values are most powerful when they shape behaviour in real situations. In dementia care, this includes how we respond to distress, communicate, and support dignity.
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Top Tips for Understanding Vision, Mission and Values in Dementia Care
Vision, mission and values are often written down but not always brought to life. In dementia care, they are not abstract ideas.
