Winter Care for someone with dementia
With winter on the way and the weather getting colder, it’s important that your loved one with dementia is kept safe and warm. Here are some tips on keeping your loved ones looked after during the winter weather. Cranking up the central heating and putting on an extra layer are all part and parcel of dealing with winter weather. But for someone with dementia, these sort of actions don’t always come naturally. For example, they may struggle with their heating system or even forget how to operate it. Meanwhile, their dressing habits could also be affected – either by a loss of mobility or an inability to work out what clothing might be suitable. For tips on how to best help read more here Unforgettable.org.
With winter on the way and the weather getting colder, it’s important that your loved one with dementia is kept safe and warm. Here are some tips on keeping your loved ones looked after during the winter weather. Cranking up the central heating and putting on an extra layer are all part and parcel of dealing with winter weather. But for someone with dementia, these sort of actions don’t always come naturally. For example, they may struggle with their heating system or even forget how to operate it. Meanwhile, their dressing habits could also be affected – either by a loss of mobility or an inability to work out what clothing might be suitable. For tips on how to best help read more here Unforgettable.org.
Dementia Support - West Sussex Council
If you are looking for support locally please visit the West Sussex Council website as they have some useful links and information listed.
https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/social-care-and-health/keeping-healthy-and-well/dementia-support/
If you are looking for support locally please visit the West Sussex Council website as they have some useful links and information listed.
https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/social-care-and-health/keeping-healthy-and-well/dementia-support/