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Connect with supports and services
In many parts of Ireland there are supports and services that can help.
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland provide a range of services for people
with dementia and their families. These include Dementia Advisers,
Alzheimer Cafes, Social Clubs, Home Care and Day and Respite services.
For more information contact our National Helpline at 1800 341 341 or
visit www.alzheimer.ie.
Develop strategies for daily life
There are positive steps people with dementia can take to help with
day-to-day life. For most people with dementia, changes happen
gradually and there is time to adjust and to find out what strategies
work. Some tips include:
• Be patient and allow more time to do things
• Try to keep a routine
• Write things down, keep a diary or use a notebook.
• Keep important things in the same place
• Get to know good times of day
• Eat healthily and keep hydrated
• Exercise (pick an activity you enjoy!)
• Make time to rest and relax
• Enjoy life and enjoy the good moments
• Laugh, a sense of humour is important
For more information you can read our factsheet Practical Tips for Living
well with dementia, to order your copy call 1800 341 341 or email
helpline@alzheimer.ie.
Plan for the Future
At any time, planning for the future can feel overwhelming. When
dealing with a diagnosis of dementia, it may feel like the last thing you
want to do. But making decisions early is important.
Planning for the future can include:
• sorting out financial affairs, savings, income and debt,
• talking to your solicitor about a will and other legal affairs, and
• talking to your family and your doctor about your wishes and
preferences
For more information about planning for the future you can call
1800 341 341 or visit www.alzheimer.ie.
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In many parts of Ireland there are supports and services that can help.
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland provide a range of services for people
with dementia and their families. These include Dementia Advisers,
Alzheimer Cafes, Social Clubs, Home Care and Day and Respite services.
For more information contact our National Helpline at 1800 341 341 or
visit www.alzheimer.ie.
Develop strategies for daily life
There are positive steps people with dementia can take to help with
day-to-day life. For most people with dementia, changes happen
gradually and there is time to adjust and to find out what strategies
work. Some tips include:
• Be patient and allow more time to do things
• Try to keep a routine
• Write things down, keep a diary or use a notebook.
• Keep important things in the same place
• Get to know good times of day
• Eat healthily and keep hydrated
• Exercise (pick an activity you enjoy!)
• Make time to rest and relax
• Enjoy life and enjoy the good moments
• Laugh, a sense of humour is important
For more information you can read our factsheet Practical Tips for Living
well with dementia, to order your copy call 1800 341 341 or email
helpline@alzheimer.ie.
Plan for the Future
At any time, planning for the future can feel overwhelming. When
dealing with a diagnosis of dementia, it may feel like the last thing you
want to do. But making decisions early is important.
Planning for the future can include:
• sorting out financial affairs, savings, income and debt,
• talking to your solicitor about a will and other legal affairs, and
• talking to your family and your doctor about your wishes and
preferences
For more information about planning for the future you can call
1800 341 341 or visit www.alzheimer.ie.
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