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The Power of Sensory Stimulation in Dementia Care
Understanding Sensory Stimulation At its core, sensory therapy involves the deliberate engagement of the five senses; sight, sound, touch, smell and taste to stimulate and evoke responses. Engaging
The Importance of Staying Active for Those with Dementia
Hello! I’m Mitch, one of the Activities Coordinators here at Alexander House Care Home in Exeter. I’ve always been passionate about creating meaningful experiences for older adults, and
When Should Someone With Dementia Move Into A Care Home
What Is Dementia? Dementia is a condition that affects many aspects of cognition within your brain, from speech to memory problems, with the correct levels of care and
How to Get an Elderly Person into a Care Home
As we age, it is common for older people to experience fundamental changes such as a decline in health, wellbeing, or mental capacity, resulting in them needing additional
How Much Do Care Homes Cost in Exeter?
In the UK, care services needed for the elderly are increasing in demand and residential care home and nursing home costs are reportedly one of the highest in
How Care Homes Help to Improve the Wellbeing of Older People
The overall health and wellbeing of residents living in a care home is something that, we believe, should always be a number one priority. Care home residents are
Winter Advice Tips for the Elderly
As the cold weather creeps in, wintertime can bring a host of health risks and complications for the elderly in the UK. As we age, our immune systems
What Does an All-Inclusive Care Home Offer?
Everything that our residents get up to on a day-to-day basis is included in the weekly charge for care homes that provide an all-inclusive way of life. Everything
What is Nursing Care?
Exemplary nursing care has the ability to change an individual’s quality of life. From administering medication to assisting with everyday tasks, nursing care is designed to relieve individuals