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Persuading your Doctor something isn’t quite right - a carers perspective
When I went to see an expert about the concerns I had about my husband's memory, the Doctor was very dismissive. I came away from the...


Navigating the DoLS Process: A Wife’s Perspective
In August 2024, the nursing home asked for my consent to apply for a Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) assessment for my husband....


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A common early sign of Alzheimer’s disease is short-term memory loss, which is linked to damage in the hippocampus within the temporal...


When Time Travel Gets Confusing: Think of VERA
A recurring theme amongst Good Company members is what to do when your husband or wife time travels and asks for their mum (who died 40...

Getting Home from the Hospital: What You Need to Know
If you’ve ever found yourself in a hospital outside of East Sussex—like Pembury Hospital in Kent—you might feel a bit lost about how to...


Embracing Technology for Independence and Joy
In today’s digital age, older adults are discovering the many ways technology can enhance their lives. From staying connected to...


What Are Social Prescribers and How Can They Help You?
When we think about staying healthy, we often focus on doctors, medicine, or hitting the gym. But there’s so much more to well-being than...
Living with Dementia: Our Journey and the 10 Lifestyle Changes We've Made
In 2019, my wife noticed that I would ask her the same question three times in ten minutes. We decided it would be a good idea to get...


The Certainty of Change: Getting the Help of a Personal Assistant
There are many uncertainties when it comes to dementia, but one thing is certain: as the disease progresses, the need for support...


Support for Parkinson's
Hi, I’m Becky Mitchener, and I’ve been a dedicated Parkinson’s Nurse for over 11 years. I specialise in supporting people living with...


Eat your way to a healthier brain
Most of us get the value of eating a varied and healthy diet but did you know what you put on your plate today can protect your brain...

East Sussex Care Directory
The East Sussex Care Directory is a guide to choosing and paying for care and support. It has a useful guides on ⭐️ Health & Wellbeing -...
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