The Elder June Edition (Home Instead Newsletter)

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York & Ryedale newsletter

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June 2018

Top 20 Award for Home Instead York The team at York based home care company, Home Instead Senior Care, were delighted to be named as one of the top 20 care providers in the Yorkshire and Humber region by homecare.co.uk. Homecare.co.uk is an independent website which gathers reviews from people who use home care services.

Home Instead General Manager, Daphne Ellis, said: “It is particularly satisfying to know that this award

has been based on the feedback of our clients. We are over the moon that the dedication of our team of CAREGivers has been acknowledged in this way.�

The award win for Home Instead York has contributed to the whole Home Instead network of offices being named as the top provider in the UK with Home Instead offices taking 55 of the top 220 award winning places, more than any other company.

Bringing back memories by singing

York Blind and Partially Sighted Society Rougier House, 5 Rougier Street, York YO1 6HZ

Home Instead Senior Care have been running the campaign #songstoremember for Dementia Action Alliance Week, its aim was to highlight the benefits singing and music has on people living with dementia. Singing and music can help bring back memories for those with dementia. The songs can take them back to younger years and bring back feelings of nostalgia.

We have compiled a list of Top 10 songs that Home Instead clients love to sing with their CAREGivers. Which one is your favourite?

Please call 01904 636269 to book your place.

Wednesday 13th June 2018 – 1.30pm to 3.00pm Thursday 11th October 2018 – 1.30pm to 3.00pm Join us for a cup of tea and a chat.

Meet others experiencing changes in their vision.

Find out about the services that may be available to you if you are struggling with or have noticed changes in your vision.

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Exercising cuts risk of depression Exercising for 20 minutes a day cuts the risk of developing depression by one third.

Research has found that meeting the recommended weekly guideline of 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity, such as cycling or brisk walking, could have a huge impact on people. So when it comes to reducing your chances of developing depression, some physical activity is better than none and the more you do the better your chances are preventing depression developing.

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Maz and Helen get creative Home Instead York & Ryedale’s CAREGiver Maz, goes to visit her client Helen every Wednesday. Helen really enjoys art and used to teach it at after-school activity classes at primary schools, she also ran a couple of adult classes per week at home. Helen seems to have taken Maz under her wing, as these impressive pieces are what they have been up to over the last few weeks!

Nine warning signs of dementia The day dad forgets how to brush his teeth or mum loses her way back from the shops – these are some of those dreaded moments resulting from the symptoms of dementia. Dementia affects more than 850,000 people in the UK and is one of the biggest health crises of the 21st century.

Here are some of the main warning signs to look out for.  Memory loss that disrupts daily life: One of the most common signs is memory loss, especially forgetting recently learned information. C hallenges in planning or solving problems: Some people may experience changes in their ability to develop and follow a plan or work with numbers. D ifficulty completing familiar tasks at home, at work, or at leisure: People may have trouble driving to a familiar location, managing a budget at work or remembering the rules of a favourite game. C onfusion with time or place: Losing track of dates, seasons, and the passage of time.  T rouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships: For some people, having vision problems is a sign. They may not realise they are the person in the mirror, for example. N ew problems with words in speaking or writing: You may notice a person has trouble following or joining a conversation. M isplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps: Placing things in random unusual places. Sometimes the person may accuse others of stealing the items.

 Decreased or poor judgment: Experience changes in judgment or decision making  Changes in mood or personality: Some can become confused, suspicious, depressed, fearful, or anxious. They may be easily upset at home, at work, or with friends or in places where they are out of their comfort zone.

If you or someone you love is experiencing any of these warning signs or if you have concerns about dementia, you should visit your GP, who can help guide you in the right direction.

Live Life Well At Home Instead, we look after hundreds of people with dementia in the comfort of their own homes – many in their 70s, 80s, 90s and beyond. Detecting dementia early means we can provide the support to help people live happy, fulfilled lives at home for longer.

‘Elizabeth Is Missing’ by Emma Healey is a wonderful mystery novel based around a murder that took place decades ago. The only person on the case is Maud who has dementia and is rather forgetful but is also determined to solve what happened to Elizabeth. As well as a compelling story with clever and interesting clues it also gives an unforgettable insight into dementia and its impact on both the person and the people around them. It’s a wonderful read and a book you just can’t put down.

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