Bitesize awareness of DOLS

A person with dementia asks when their mother is coming to collect them. Their mother died 40 years ago. A truthful answer may seem respectful, but it can make them grieve the loss as if hearing it for the first time. This is where positive lying, sometimes called therapeutic fibbing, can help. Positive lying in dementia means using a kind, reassuring untruth or partial truth to reduce fear, agitation, or confusion. It is not about tricking someone for convenience. It is abou

This guide is written for carers, family members, and people supporting someone with dementia. It explains what mental capacity means, the five principles behind the assessment framework, how to approach an assessment in everyday life, and what a practical capacity conversation might look like.

Caring for a loved one with dementia is a deeply personal and often challenging experience. It involves a mix of love, patience, and sometimes heartache as you watch someone you care about change in ways you never expected. One of the hardest decisions many carers face is knowing when it’s time to consider a care home. This choice can bring relief, guilt, hope, and uncertainty all at once. Understanding the emotional journey and the support available can help carers make this

Finding the right care home for a loved one is a major decision that affects their quality of life and your peace of mind. With so many options available, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start and what to look for. This guide will walk you through the key steps and factors to consider when choosing a care home in the UK. You will learn how to assess care homes based on their performance, staffing, facilities, and feedback from residents and relatives. By the end, yo