Support at your fingertips – new resources for family dementia carers
Dementia Carers Count (DCC) is a national charity offering free, life-changing, practical support for families living with dementia.
How volunteering improves the lives of people with neurodisabilities
For many of us, getting involved in groups or going to work or volunteering, gives us a sense of purpose and pride.
How housing design can improve quality of life
Housing should be designed for all forms of disability. Some people who are regarded as disabled are in fact largely disabled by their environment and can become trapped in their own homes or spaces living a life restricted by poor design.
A Chance for Life extends neurorehab in the North
Neurological physiotherapy provider Neurocare Physiotherapy now falls under the umbrella of complex case management and rehabilitation specialist A Chance for Life.
The benefits of dog therapy for people living with neuro conditions
Survivors of trauma, illness and injury often find comfort and support from companion animals during their rehabilitation.
Nexgear Tango: increasing options on orthotics
As clinicians, when we consider our orthotic treatment options for users with neurological conditions, we should not be blinkered in our thinking and limit our treatment to a solid ankle foot orthosis (AFO).
The RoboPets reinventing quality of life
In dementia cases, the instinct to look after and nurture something or someone can be among the last things to leave a person. People with the neurodegenerative condition may hold dolls while in care, for example, as their brain recognises them as objects requiring their care and attention. While pets can also help to satisfy this need, taking care of them may be too much responsibility for many with the disease. A new solution is emerging, however, in the form of robotic animals. At the heart of this robot-revolution is Deborah Spratley, founder of Plymouth-based RoboPets, which distributes these devices to care homes across the UK. The soft and cuddly animals have shown their power to transform dementia and Parkinson’s patients’ quality of life – but are far more than mere toys. They utilise the latest robotic technology to respond to their carers actions, as well as making life-like noises. They help to foster a sense of responsibility, and empowerment, allowing patients to forget about their conditions and feel in control of their lives.
