The Know-How

Looking for a break that really feels like one? Dementia Adventure offers supported holidays filled with nature, connection and joy for people with dementia and their carers. One of our members recently returned from a trip and couldn’t stop smiling. From lakeside walks to relaxed garden teas, these holidays are all about living well — together. Financial support is available and local Green Letter Days are growing too. Find out more and start planning your next adventure.

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.

Meet our newest Hosts at The Good Company People - volunteers helping older adults and carers feel welcome, connected and supported across East Sussex.

When my Mum was diagnosed, I wanted to learn about dementia but I found a lot of the courses overwhelming. The course that I found useful...

What makes Good Company training different? It’s honest, human and grounded in real life. From understanding dementia using the GEM model to building confidence through shared stories, we offer simple, practical training that helps volunteers feel ready to support others with empathy and care.

In days gone by, you had the same GP who knew you but nowadays it's much harder to get an appointment and you have ten minutes to explain...

In August 2024, the nursing home asked for my consent to apply for a Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) assessment for my husband....

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

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...

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...

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

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...