Patients with dementia are being prevented from receiving personalised care because of a “deep-seated misunderstanding” about how they can tailor their own care, a charity has said. The Alzheimer’s Society
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National Champion for Alzheimer’s Research UK, Lee Pearse, is holding an art exhibition at Sheffield Hallam University in November, revolving around the theme of dementia. ‘All Our Brains’ is a
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Regulators are to publish guidance on people’s rights regarding care homes following reports that relatives have been banned from visiting loved ones after complaining about poor care. The Care Quality
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The family of a couple who have been together for 70 years were “incredibly relieved” after a council said they could stay in the same home following a social media
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Most people are unaware of all the lifestyle factors which can increase the risk of dementia, a survey has found. With no known cure, there is increasing evidence that steps
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Most older people have felt discriminated against by a prospective employer because of their age, a new study shows. Research by totaljobs revealed that few 55 to 64-year-olds believed their
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Taking regular exercise may provide a small benefit for people with early signs of dementia, research suggests. A clinical trial on two groups of elderly people found those who followed
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Elderly patients at risk of falling over in hospital are to be offered a new guide to prevent injuries. Data shows that more than 240,000 falls – more than 600
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Scotland’s older generations can be left isolated if they experience mental health problems, according to a new project. Age in Mind is working to identify and reduce the discrimination faced
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The quality and safety of care services for elderly and disabled people in England risks being undermined by financial pressures, a watchdog has warned. Data gathered by the Care Quality
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