Hier op Resthill, ‘n plek van warmte en sorg, het ‘n aantal katte hulself tuisgemaak tussen die inwoners en personeel. Hierdie katte is nie net diere nie; hulle is ‘n deel van die hart van die Resthill. In Burkei,...
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ByKaty Koop| March 26th, 2024 Should you wish to rather listen to the interview, please visit the interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/40PqSAdetlQ Seizures, cognitive decline, and dementia are linked. Neurologist Dr. Ifrah Zawar joins Being Patient Live Talks to explain...
MOVE OVER BLUEBERRIES, THIS BERRY IS THE NEW BRAIN SUPERFOOD More good news on the berry front. A new study found that a daily serving of strawberries led to improvements in some thinking skills in middle-aged men and women...
Introduction Dementia is a challenging condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and the importance of providing meaningful and engaging activities for individuals living with dementia cannot be overstated. While there is no cure for dementia, various therapies and...
Celebrating South African Women’s Month August is a special month in South Africa, as it’s dedicated to celebrating the remarkable strength, resilience, and achievements of women across the nation. As we embrace Women’s Month, it’s important to reflect on...
On a regular basis we receive a mailer from Deborah Kan from Being Patient. This week (10 July 2023) included the below beautiful, but powerful essay written by Deborah’s friend about her father’s rapid decline, and death, within a...
Introduction As society ages and life expectancy continues to rise, the issue of elderly abuse has become a growing concern. Elderly abuse refers to any form of mistreatment or neglect that occurs to individuals aged 60 and above, often...
WHY SHOULD WE ENGAGE IN ACTIVITIES FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH DEMENTIA? Engaging in activities is highly significant for people living with dementia for several reasons. Here are some key points highlighting the importance of activities in dementia care: WHAT...
Difficulties in area of language are a common symptom in people with dementia. Those communication difficulties are a consequence of nerve cell failure, and a person with dementia should not be blamed for the symptoms that arise. People with...
At Resthill we have care dogs. Dogs that will come into the office and put its head in your lap when they know you are having a bad or hard day or that you are just a bit off....