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   Personal Care

Continence
This page explains incontinence and some of the reasons that it may occur in people with dementia. It suggests ways that families and carers can manage the problem.

Dental Care
Information about caring for the dental health of people with dementia. It discusses some of the possible causes of dental problems as well as practical advice for maintaining the best possible dental health.

Dressing
This information explains some of the problems that people with dementia may have when dressing. It offers families and carers a number of practical suggestions for managing these common problems.

Eating
This page provides a number of practical strategies for people caring for someone with dementia who is having problems eating.

Hygiene
This information looks at the issue of hygiene for people with dementia. It discusses some of the possible causes of problems, as well as suggestions to help families and carers manage bathing, shaving, dental, hair and nail care.

Intimacy & Sexual Issues
This page discusses intimacy and sexual issues for people with dementia, their families and carers. It describes the importance of these issues in their lives and ways to deal with some of the problems that may arise.

Nutrition
Discusses the importance of good nutrition, and provides some practical ways that families and carers can ensure that a person with dementia is well nourished.

Sleeping
This page discusses some of the causes of sleeping problems and provides some suggestions for families and carers to help manage this common, yet difficult problem.


 
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