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Good BBC article (click the link above) about signs to look out for to find out if someone has dementia, but I think dementia may start much earlier than anyone currently thinks. I want to share my tip for spotting potential dementia in someone you know and I'm talking from direct experience here. Or, you yourself may show a sign of problem yourself. Don't ignore it!


Basically, look out for a one-off behaviour that is done constantly. What I mean by this is that if someone in the early stages…

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Well, after a long hiatus, I've finally decided to get into this blog business again.

The whole point of this blog was to talk about my historical experiences of looking after my dad, but I think this blog will be wider in remit for reasons I may talk about in the future.

So, for now, this blog will be a few random thoughts I may get on issues surrounding the elderly and vulnerable. As it happens, I have a few random thoughts to share from the last few days.

Went shopping in Tesco on Wednesday…

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I was a carer to my dad for over 12 years and if I had known at the beginning what I know now, it would have made things a lot easier.

I am writing this blog as an aide to those people who care for someone with dementia.

To be clear, I am not a nurse, doctor, or posses any formal medical qualifications or knowledge. The information and advice I post here is advisory and you should always seek advice from a medical professional.

This blog is based on my experiences of looking after my dad who…

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