Live in Care News & Blog

Communicate more effectively with people living with dementia

There are many ways to communicate

People living with dementia often find it difficult to communicate verbally. But don’t underestimate them. We are so used to communicating verbally that when someone is unable to communicate via speech, it can be interpreted that they can’t communicate at all. Their senses are usually all functioning and they are […]

Communicate more effectively with people living with dementia2023-11-24T12:39:55+10:00

Christmas ideas for people living with dementia

Christmas is nearly upon us. Most of us will soon be hitting the retail stores in an effort to buy Christmas presents. Do you find it challenging? Well, I have 3 terrific gift ideas for someone living with dementia.

People living with dementia are very sensory orientated. They tend to love bright colours and music that […]

Christmas ideas for people living with dementia2023-11-24T12:39:55+10:00

Elders home safety and falls prevention

Elderly in Home Care safety can be a big issue if you don’t know the dangers and how to prevent falls.

Can you see all 14 safety problems in this image? A lot of these safety hazards could very easily cause someone to have a fall. So let’s take a closer look at the dangers […]

Elders home safety and falls prevention2023-11-24T12:39:56+10:00

Pastoral Care Week is in its 31st year in 2015

Pastoral Care is a service with wide spread benefits to people with a vast array of needs.

If you research the term ‘Pastoral Care’, you’ll find it is an ancient model of emotional and spiritual support that can be found in all cultures and traditions. Pastoral or spiritual care is the only caring modality in […]

Pastoral Care Week is in its 31st year in 20152023-11-24T12:39:57+10:00