RESIDENTIAL CARE

May 17 2025HEALTH

How Long Do People with Dementia Stay in Nursing Homes in Australia?

The length of time people spend in nursing homes varies greatly. This is especially true for those with dementia. It is a big concern for many families. In Australia, researchers used advanced computer methods to figure out how dementia affects this. They looked at lots of data to make their findings. They wanted to see if they could predict how long someone mig...

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Feb 22 2025HEALTH

Dementia: The Mealtime Challenge in Care Homes

Imagine trying to eat a meal while struggling to hold a fork, focus on the task, or even remember what food is. This is a daily reality for many people with dementia living in residential care facilities. These folks face a lot of hurdles during mealtimes, like having trouble eating, using utensils, and staying focused. These issues can lead to serious problems like ...

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Jan 17 2025HEALTH

Discovering Value: Voices of People with Intellectual Disabilities in Flemish Care

Imagine you're in a Flemish residential care facility. Ten people with intellectual disabilities were asked about the most important things in their lives and what they thought about managing their own support. They used photos to tell their stories. Their photos and conversations told us something pretty clear: having people they cared about, like family and friends...

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