Prue* was living with mixed dementia and had reached a point where her previous care home could no longer meet her needs. She was moved to a new setting, but the transition was difficult and she felt unsettled and resistant to the change.

Chris and Alise discuss how early support is beneficial, how understanding behaviours and symptoms can be a comfort to families and how social interaction reduces isolation and fear.

Mealtimes are about much more than just nutrition, they are an essential part of wellbeing, social connection, and daily routine. For people living with dementia, however, traditional approaches to meals can sometimes be overwhelming.

Milly* is a warm and sociable lady who had always lived independently in her beloved home. But as the COVID-19 pandemic unfolded, so did concerns for her wellbeing. With no close family nearby and a progressive diagnosis of dementia, Milly was becoming increasingly isolated — and slipping through the cracks. The Challenge Milly’s GP surgery and neighbours raised the alarm. She had lost a noticeable amount of weight, was struggling with daily life, and had become visibly withd

At Thrive Homecare, we believe everyone deserves the support they need to live well – without added financial worry. One benefit that many families don’t realise they may be entitled to is Attendance Allowance . Whether you’re arranging support for yourself or for the person you love, this simple, non-means-tested benefit could make a real difference.   What is Attendance Allowance? Attendance Allowance  is a tax-free benefit  for people over State Pension age (currently 66)

This Dementia Action Week, the Alzheimer’s Society is shining a spotlight on something incredibly important — the value of early diagnosis. Right now, 1 in 3 people in the UK living with dementia do not have a formal diagnosis. At Thrive Homecare, we believe that timely diagnosis not only helps people access the right support, it also opens the door to planning ahead with dignity, clarity and hope. Here, we explore the signs to look out for, how to approach getting a diagnosi