Radio station launches for people living with dementia
A new 24 hour radio station playing music chosen to evoke memories has been launched to help people living with dementia and their carers. M4D Radio is a new non-commercial radio station playing songs from the 30s through to the 70s. As part of the Music for Dementia campaign the radio station aims to make music […]
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Cold Weather Safety Tips to Remember
That chill in the air can only mean one thing: Winter is almost here! As the temperature drops in the winter months, we all need to take precautions to stay safe and healthy. Older adults, in particular, face a higher risk of injuries and health problems in the freezing weather, such as slips and falls, […]
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The Music Detective
Andy Lownes may have an intriguing job title but his mission is actually very simple. Working for the dementia charity Playlist for Life, the Music Detective wants to provide the tools to unlock the unique power of music to help those living with dementia. Writing for The Herald, he explains … I STUDIED mining engineering […]
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How smart homes could help people with dementia continue to live independently
In this article, Dorothy Monekosso, Professor of Computer Science at Leeds Beckett University, discusses how greater use of technology in the home has enormous potential to help people living with dementia…. You might already have what’s often called a “smart home”, with your lights or music connected to voice-controlled technology such as Alexa or Siri. But when […]
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