
Janis Cottee
@janis_cottee
Ex-carer of husband with early on-set Alzheimer’s. Member of Tide Carers, and Tide’s Advisory Group. All views my own. Medic Alert Ambassador
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03-11-2016 11:04:54
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Hilgos Foundation Karrie Marshall nursesKidONE Mary Margaret Beth Britton MBE 💚 💖Rebecca💖🦄 My Care Matters Arts and Aging Canada S. Olson B.S. J.D. Dr Helen Findlay Kathryn Grace #AlzChat Thirst can be invisible in dementia. That's why olfactory cues are so powerful! A light lemon 🍋 or 🍊orange scent can subtly invite sips, using a gentle aromatherapy approach to encourage hydration when verbal reminders fade. Small cues, big impact.

Hilgos Foundation Karrie Marshall nursesKidONE Mary Margaret Beth Britton MBE 💚 💖Rebecca💖🦄 My Care Matters Arts and Aging Canada S. Olson B.S. J.D. Dr Helen Findlay Kathryn Grace #AlzChat Comfort matters greatly in dementia. If a loved one insists on their favourite winter cardigan, it is about what feels right. Gently adapt the fabric, maybe a soft cotton lookalike, to honour their habit and prevent overheating. Kindness & safety go hand in hand 🙏

Hilgos Foundation Karrie Marshall nursesKidONE Mary Margaret Beth Britton MBE 💚 💖Rebecca💖🦄 My Care Matters Arts and Aging Canada S. Olson B.S. J.D. Dr Helen Findlay Kathryn Grace #AlzChat If it's too hot for an outdoor stroll, bring the 'walk' inside! Map sensory experiences, use fans for breezes, lay down textured mats for feet & offer refreshing chilled fruit breaks. These simple adaptations keep spirits up & bodies active. Movement & freedom matter.

Hilgos Foundation Karrie Marshall nursesKidONE Mary Margaret Beth Britton MBE 💚 💖Rebecca💖🦄 My Care Matters Arts and Aging Canada S. Olson B.S. J.D. Dr Helen Findlay Kathryn Grace #AlzChat If temperature-related anxiety rises, shift conversational topics to coolness such as seaside memories, favourite cold desserts, even stories about rain. This calms the mood, not just the body, reframing the environment through shared imagination.

Hilgos Foundation Karrie Marshall nursesKidONE Mary Margaret Beth Britton MBE 💚 💖Rebecca💖🦄 My Care Matters Arts and Aging Canada S. Olson B.S. J.D. Dr Helen Findlay Kathryn Grace #AlzChat Extreme heat can cause sudden blood pressure drops (hypotension). This might appear as sudden dizziness, fainting, or confusion, easily mistaken for cognitive symptoms. Risk increases on antihypertensives. Monitor posture changes to help prevent falls.

Hilgos Foundation Karrie Marshall Important topic! We’ve been having a hot summer in the uk (which I love but I know others may not)



CTE and normal aging are difficult to distinguish, new study finds news.northwestern.edu/stories/2025/0… by Northwestern #dementia #TBI #sports #health


8 Coping Tips for #Dementia Sundowning and #Sleep Issues dailycaring.com/8-coping-tips-… by DailyCaring (image: Alzheimer's Association) #Alzheimers



Autism care and share Yes it is & also passing on your experience may help someone else in the same position. You are not an “influencer” you’re just a Dad who has helped many, many people with your posts & we just love to be able to follow Ryan’s life & how much he’s enjoying new things etc.

Autism care and share 100 % ignore the haters, I'm sure most people who read your posts are there because they genuinely love your families life story....❤️ Good parents always support their children regardless of age x



