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Support to help you or someone you care for stay at home for longer.
Practical advice for adapting routines, creating a safe environment, and using community services to maintain confidence and independence.


My Choice: A Helpful Guide to Living with Dementia
If you or someone close to you has had a dementia diagnosis, this free guide is full of simple, trusted ideas to help you live well. It covers everything from food and movement to mood and planning ahead. You can read it online or ask us for a copy.
Jul 222 min read


What to expect when you take a driving assessmentÂ
One of our members shares what it’s really like to take a driving assessment after a dementia diagnosis, with tips, reassurance and insights from their experience with Southeast DriveAbility.
Jul 213 min read


Having The Conversation About Dementia and Driving
Giving up driving can feel like losing part of your identity. This guide offers practical advice, emotional support, and transport options for people with dementia and those supporting them.
May 187 min read


Get Up Safely: How the iStumble App Can Help After a Fall
The iStumble app is a free, easy-to-use guide created by healthcare professionals to help carers and families respond safely and calmly after a fall. With step-by-step instructions and helpful videos, it’s like having a first-aid expert in your pocket.
Learn why we love it at Good Company and how it can help you feel more confident in moments that really matter.
Apr 162 min read


Technology and Older Adults: Confidence, Connection and Everyday Support
Discover how technology can help you stay connected, independent and entertained. From online GP appointments to virtual museum tours and penguin cams, there is free local support to help you get started.
Jan 253 min read


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...
Jan 172 min read


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...
Jan 84 min read


How to Obtain a Blue Badge: A Step-by-Step Guide
Obtaining a Blue Badge can significantly improve accessibility for people with limited mobility or living with dementia. This badge...
Sep 23, 20245 min read


How to get the Council to help with your bin collection
Do you drag your heavy bin out to the pavement each week? Well, if it is proving too much a quick call to the council could solve your...
Jul 15, 20242 min read


Water Priority Service
As we age, certain everyday tasks can become more challenging to manage. For older adults, having access to reliable utilities and...
Jul 14, 20242 min read


How Amazon’s Alexa Can Help People Living with Memory Changes or Dementia
Alexa can be a helpful companion for people living with dementia, offering reminders, music, connection and reassurance. Our members share the ways they use her to stay independent and supported.
Jul 13, 20242 min read


Why filling in a Herbert Protocol can help you in a crisis
What is this? The Herbert Protocol is named after George Herbert, a War veteran of the Normandy landings, who had dementia and tragically...
Jul 3, 20241 min read
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