is at hand HELP
In the latter years of life, Dementia can affect a person’s memory and ability to coordinate, recognise objects, and interpret their environment plus they may have other health conditions which can affect their sight, mobility, and independence. This can have a significant impact on the person’s daily life including how they function within their own home. However, with some simple adjustments you can make a home easier to manage and more ‘dementia friendly’. This not only helps the person maintain their independence but it can minimise distress thereby supporting a better quality of life.
• For safety fit smoke alarms and heat detectors in the home.
• Labelling rooms and what’s in cupboards can be helpful.
• In the kitchen remove clutter and make things readily accessible.
• Adapt clothing to make dressing easier and give increased independence.
• Try to keep important items in the same place to aid memory such as keys, money, note books, medication, and phone book.
• Increase natural light during the day by taking down unnecessary net curtains or blinds as this helps with orientation and well-being.
• Try using a white board to have reminders for the person, which can include appointments or events.
BATHING A PROBLEM? Specialists in walk in baths, showers and wet rooms.
Malling Maidstone
COGS may be able to help somebody you know experiencing problems with their memory
The club is modelled on COGNITIVE STIMULATION THERAPY A Cogs Club is running at:
Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7NL Every Tuesday 10.00am—3.00pm
• Free Survey & Quote• Easy Access Shower/Bathrooms •Door Widening • Stairlifts • Care Home Adaptations • Full Installation • Open by appointment
DO YOU QUALIFY FOR OUR DISCOUNT?
Discounts for over 60’s, Co-op members, ex-service personnel, SSAFA & British Legion members Discount for Medway WRENS
Unit 11, Newnham Shopping Village Bearsted, Maidstone Kent
01622 736966 Or the office on 01622 753618 Company Registraon number is 3344224 Charity Registraon number is 1062723
Showroom: 01622 738204 Office: 01622 611880
www.ahminstallations.co.uk Maidstone South October 2016
25
Worth of M&S £100
vouchers with every bathroom installed. Expiry 30th October
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