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Attending a Dementia Support Group

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Attending a Dementia Support Group  In my experience people are fearful or embarrassed to attend any form of support group. This feeling is due to the stigma that is associated with self-help and other forms of support groups; sure there are certain groups that are not going to be the right fit, groups that make you uncomfortable or groups where you don’t feel that others share the same experience as you. I still encourage you, as a dementia care giver to attend support groups until you find the right one for you. The benefits of a dementia support group -Finding out about dementia resources that you may need, if not now, maybe in the future  -An opportunity to problem solve with others that have been through similar experiences and challenges -Not feeling alone -Realising that your spouse/parent with dementia shares the same challenges as others with dementia -Dealing with the frustrations associated with caring for someone with dementia -Assisting w...

Welcome to The Villa, Private Dementia Care Facility in Vredehoek, Cape Town

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The Villa- Dementia Care Facility  Welcome to the Villa! The Villa is a specialised dementia facility which offers 24 hour security, restricted access control, a registered nurse to supervise care, daily activities, single rooms with en suite bathrooms, daily cleaning services, laundry services, a beautiful landscape and support for families.  The staff members and residents are very close. We see each other like family as we laugh and go through the day together. Our aim is to provide the best quality of care, socialization opportunities and chances for engagement, happiness and overall well-being for residents living at The Villa. Residents engage in daily exercise groups, a variety of occupation based group activities and walks in the garden. Some residents sleep in a bit, while others are up early and on the go, some residents assist with setting the table while others enjoy being served. Individualized care is the best suited care for persons' with dementia a...