One of the biggest barriers to dementia support isn’t funding or access, it’s misunderstanding. “Isn’t dementia just memory loss?” “Carers don’t really need support, do they?” “Don’t professionals take care of dementia patients?” These are just some of the misconceptions we hear time and time again - and they can make it harder for carers to feel understood or supported 💔 In this post, we’re covering some of the most common questions we hear and busting myths about both dementia and what it means to be a carer. Because real understanding means better support, and better support changes lives 🙌🏼 What’s the biggest misconception you’ve come across? (fb)

Last week we launched our Amazon Alexa Guide for Dementia Carers is live! ⭐️ We’ve teamed up with Amazon UK to create a free, practical guide showing how carers can get the most from Alexa-enabled devices. From setting medication or hydration reminders, to playing music that sparks memories, to using ‘Drop In’ to instantly connect with a loved one in another room, these features are simple to use, but powerful in impact! We even cover routines that automate parts of the day, timers to keep track of tasks, and how Alexa can answer questions in real time – giving carers a moment’s breathing space. With the support of TV presenter and carer advocate Ruth Langsford, who uses Alexa to help care for her mum with dementia, we hope this guide offers practical support and peace of mind to the 700,000+ unpaid dementia carers in the UK. Technology can’t replace care, but it can make it that bit easier 💜 👉 Download the free guide: https://dementiacarers.org.uk/help-and-information/everyday-challenges/how-technology-can-help-dementia-carers/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMINZRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFwY0NrcUVaY0wxang4NXJDAR7nHbb52BFGs9B6Clr086ycFP4Kurmsp_9jG3aAJkwHNLgDUNQF4rlTKbzlyg_aem_tH0bO3JPKpFevI_-QyD6OQ Please share it with someone who might benefit! (fb)