How to create a dementia friendly environment

Strange or unfamiliar environments can be stressful and daunting for a person living with dementia so home care is hugely important for sufferers and their families.

Consequently, it is very important to keep a loved one surrounded by home comforts and in the same routine for as long as possible.

This is the subject of an article in the Derby Telegraph By

Oliver Astley Digital Content Edit 8 OCT 2017

https://www.derbytelegraph.co.uk/news/health/heres-how-create-dementia-friendly-507732

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