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In our last article we looked at the activities you can do at home or outside Me2U Centre for loved ones living with dementia. One point we raised was the value of music as a source of enjoyment. Me2U Centre understands the powerful effects of music and that is why we provide musical activities in…
When someone you love develops symptoms of dementia, it may seem as if the disease is taking away their personality characteristics. The important thing is to be able to keep doing the things that they enjoy. At Me2U Centre, there are a range of activities we like to employ to help visitors feel relaxed and…
NeuroAD, a device recently advertised in a magazine purported to facilitate improvements with the symptoms of dementia, and has been found to be misleading by the Advertising Standards Authority due to a lack of substantiated evidence. It was stated that NeuroAD could positively impact dementia symptoms including facial recognition, name recall, memory function and general…
Earlier this month it was announced that the Government will be providing £40m to aid researchers seeking a cure for dementia. The contribution is welcome news for Jeremy Hughes of the Alzheimer’s Society, who stated that there have been no significant advancements in finding dementia treatments since the early 2000s. This investment, along with £250m…
February 28th 2018 saw the official inauguration of the Me2U Centre. In the words of founder Rosie Whittington, they are “Three ordinary girls doing something extraordinary.” After an initial spark of inspiration and all the ensuing hard work to make Rosie, Amanda and Angela’s dream a reality, it was nearly time for the Me2U Centre…
It’s nearly opening time for the Me2uCentre! This project is the realisation of three people’s dream to establish a facility that helps those in the community living with dementia to remain independent for longer. As well as providing a safe and stimulating space for people experiencing the effects of dementia, Me2uCentre will offer carers support…
As a carer, you are giving 100% most of the time. This can leave you feeling burnt out. Caring is what you are best at, yet it’s easy to forget to take care of yourself. Here are some of the best things to do when taking time out. 1. Get some rest Making sure you…
Being a carer is one of the most difficult yet rewarding jobs a person can do. At times, however, it might seem like an uphill struggle and that the person you are caring for doesn’t understand what you are doing for them. While every situation is different and your challenges are unique to you and…