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Dementia Support

Dementia Support

People with dementia experience a number of different challenges in their day-to-day life, and it’s important to recognise ways to support our loved ones and make their lives a little easier. 

Here are some tips to help you with supporting someone with dementia: 

  1. Limit news intake: For people living with dementia, having a constant stream of images on the news may cause additional worry and feel overwhelming. So, when these huge news events happen, the news cycle tends to be overtaken with distressing images and speculation about what might happen next, which makes it difficult to switch off from what is happening. Turn off the news for a while, try playing some music they like or a put on a light-hearted film.
  2. Supporting someone experiencing time-shifting: Time-shifting is when a person’s experience is that they are living at a different time in their life. This may cause them to become disorientated and confused about time and place. Listen carefully to what the person is saying to understand their reality. Acknowledge their concerns and try to reassure them that you will help.
  3. Dehydration in hot weather: For older people dehydration is a common problem, and especially those with dementia. Memory problems mean someone with dementia can easily forget to drink enough water. Therefore, it is important to offer a variety of refreshments throughout the day and make sure they are in a suitable cup, glass or bottle within easy reach. Perhaps, place a few
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Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is the day of love, but it doesn’t just have to be shared with your significant other. The 14th of February is the perfect time to show so many important people you appreciate them.

When it comes to thinking of Valentine’s Day gifts for your special someone, chocolates, roses, and romantic dinners are likely your go to. However, it is likely that life insurance won’t cross your mind, but there are many reasons why a life insurance policy can be one of the most meaningful gifts you can give your loved ones.

To start with, a life insurance policy lasts longer than a vase of flowers! It can also provide peace of mind that if anything happens to you and you pass away a lump sum will be paid out to a beneficiary, usually a member of your family. This lump sum can be used by your loved ones to cover any bills or debt that they would struggle to pay off without your salary. For example, it could pay off an existing mortgage or cover childcare costs.

Instead of that frantic, last-minute dash to the florist or jeweller, you could stay in and purchase a life insurance policy. Our application can be completed in 5 minutes, and you can buy online too.

Did you know, last year Brits who celebrated Valentine’s Day spent £926 million (£23 per person)* on the occasion. Did you also know you can buy life insurance from £5 per month? We know …