Two dementia nurses discuss Penny's story

This episode features two of Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurses – Hilda and Vic. Admiral Nurses are specialist dementia nurses who provide free advice and support to the whole family, as well as the person with the diagnosis.  In this episode, Hilda and Vic delve deeper into some of the themes from Penny’s story to give some extra advice and insight from their expert perspectives. They discuss what to look for in a care home, offer advice on coping with feelings of guilt, and explain the importance of life story work. If you haven’t heard Penny’s episode yet, we recommend giving it a listen first. Further resources:Find out more about Dementia UK and the life-changing support of Admiral Nurses   Learn more about considering a care home for someone with dementia Read about how to cope with feelings of guiltDiscover more about creating a life story for a person with dementia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We're a British Podcast Award 2025 finalist!One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime – whether by caring for someone with the condition, developing it ourselves, or both. Yet too often, the voices of people who are facing the many complex challenges of dementia go unheard.Presented by award-winning journalist, editor, podcaster and Dementia UK Ambassador Marianne Jones, Dementia UK’s podcast, ‘My life with dementia’, takes listeners on a personal journey through the world of dementia, as told by people who have experienced it themselves. People living with the diagnosis. People who have found themselves in a caring role they never expected. And people who are grieving a loved one.Through their stories, and with practical advice from our dementia specialist Admiral Nurses, we gain a deeper understanding of the condition from multiple perspectives – as well as invaluable insights, empathy and hope.This series was produced by Arlie Adlington. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.