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Dementia
Caring for somebody with dementia can be challenging, but with the right support it can be rewarding. In the early stages of dementia, many people are able to enjoy life in the same way as before their diagnosis.
But as symptoms get worse, the person may feel anxious, stressed and scared due to being unable to remember things, follow conversations or concentrate.
It’s important to support the person with dementia to maintain skills, abilities and an active social life. This can also help how they feel about themselves. Here are some groups happening around Cardiff and the Vale in the next few days that can support this:
October 2023
Oct
04
04
October
2023
Powerhouse Hub,
Roundwood, Llanedeyrn
Cardiff, CF23 9PN United Kingdom
Cardiff, CF23 9PN United Kingdom
Oct
13
13
October
2023
Ely and Caerau Hub,
Cowbridge Road, West Ely
Cardiff, CF5 5BQ
Cardiff, CF5 5BQ
Oct
18
18
October
2023
Rhiwbina Hub,
Pen-y- Dre, Rhiwbina
Cardiff, CF14 6EH United Kingdom
Cardiff, CF14 6EH United Kingdom
November 2023
Nov
01
01
November
2023
Powerhouse Hub,
Roundwood, Llanedeyrn
Cardiff, CF23 9PN United Kingdom
Cardiff, CF23 9PN United Kingdom
Find out more about caring for somebody with dementia on the NHS website.
Dementia and sensory changes
Dementia not only affects the memory but can affect all the senses. Watch this short video by our Occupational Therapy team on sensory stimulation and how we can all support people with dementia.
Dementia and hearing loss
Many people with dementia will also be living with hearing loss. There is evidence to suggest that people with hearing loss are also more likely to develop dementia, although at present it is not known why this is. Any hearing loss that hasn’t been diagnosed may also make dementia symptoms appear worse. Find out more about dementia and hearing loss.
Dementia and COVID-19
During the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important that a person living with dementia continues to get the support they need. They may require more support at this time, for example in managing medication and routine.
- Read about changes in behaviour of people living with dementia,
- Find out more about supporting somebody with dementia
- View an information pack about care for somebody with dementia during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Further dementia resources
The Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Memory Team has prepared a range of resources relating to dementia. Please read the following resources relevant to your area of need, or view resources specific to memory loss.
- Planning Ahead
- Avoiding Problem Situations
- Driving
- Legal Issues
- Alzheimer’s Disease
- Small Vessel Vascular Cog Impairment
- Large Vessel Vascular Cog Impairment
- Fronto-temporal Dementia
- Parkinson’s Disease – Problems with thinking, reasoning and remembering
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- Drugs for Dementia
- Falls Prevention
- Lewy Body Society
