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WHAT IS DEMENTIA?

Dementia is a word used to encompass 100+ forms of illness and their associated symptoms.

The way people experience dementia varies a great deal from person to person, but it is not simply ‘part of the aging process’. Dementia takes several forms including: 

  • Alzheimer’s disease  
  • Vascular dementia  
  • Dementia with Lewy bodies  
  • Frontotemporal dementia 

These various types of dementia present their own symptoms and it is possible to experience more than one type at a time. At Renaissance Care, we have the knowledge and resources to work with residents living with all types of dementia. 

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Alzheimer's Disease 

Type Symptom
Vascular dementia is the second most common type of dementia with around 20% of people experiencing it. A further 20% live with vascular dementia and Alzheimers concurrently. Vascular dementia is caused by an impaired supply of blood to the brain, perhaps because of high blood pressure, irregular heart rhythms or damaged arteries in the brain.  The disease can progress incrementally, through a series of strokes (for example) which can impact memory, cognitive ability, personality changes and motor control. 

 

Vascular Dementia

Type Symptom
Vascular dementia is the second most common type of dementia with around 20% of people experiencing it. A further 20% live with vascular dementia and Alzheimers concurrently. Vascular dementia is caused by an impaired supply of blood to the brain, perhaps because of high blood pressure, irregular heart rhythms or damaged arteries in the brain.  The disease can progress incrementally, through a series of strokes (for example) which can impact memory, cognitive ability, personality changes and motor control. 

 

Dementia with Lewy bodies of DLB

Type Symptom
Dementia with Lewy bodies is not uncommon, but it is sometimes challenging to recognise as the symptoms don’t always follow the classic dementia pattern. It is caused by an accumulation of proteins in the nerve cells of the brain, which prevent it from functioning as it should.  Hallucinations, sleep disturbance, some mental impairment, shifting abilities and some Parkinson’s-disease-type physical symptoms can be experienced with DLB. 

 

Frontotemporal Dementia

Type Symptom

This is a rarer form of dementia found in younger people – generally between 45-65 years old. The disease is progressive and caused by damage in the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain. Frontotemporal dementia 

takes three main forms; behavioural, language or semantic. 		 Behavioural variant frontotemporal dementia presents itself in reduced inhibitions, impulsive and compulsive behaviours, food cravings, apathy and diminished empathy. Progressive Non Fluent Aphasia affects the person’s ability to use language – their speech may be slower, they might struggle to comprehend complicated sentences or they may have problems with using the correct words, sounds and grammar. Semantic dementia is very rare but can be experienced in much younger people. It causes our retained knowledge to lose its meaning. This impacts mood and behaviour, it impairs the ability to spell and pronounce words accurately, to recognise others and it can cause addiction, apathy and depression. 

 

Let us help

If you feel you need more advice, support, or simply an understanding ear, regarding any aspect of care, we’d love to speak with you. You can contact us at any time.

 


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Alzheimer & Dementia care available at the following Renaissance Care homes...

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Beech Manor Care Home

Golf Course Road, Rosemount,
Blairgowrie PH10 6LJ
Telephone: 01250 877980

  • Alzheimers & Dementia
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care
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Cowdray Club Care Home

1/5 Fonthill Road,
Aberdeen AB11 6UD
Telephone: 01224 212 140

  • Alzheimers & Dementia
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care
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Croftbank House Care Home

98 Old Mill Road, Uddingston,
Glasgow G71 7JB
Telephone: 01698 814466

  • Alzheimers & Dementia
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care
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Jesmond Care Home

Jesmond Drive, Bridge of Don, 
Aberdeen AB22 8UR
Telephone: 01224 701820
 

  • Alzheimers & Dementia
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care
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Kingsmills Care Home

10 Kingsmills Park,
Inverness IV2 3RE
Telephone: 01463 240555

  • Alzheimers & Dementia
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care
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Letham Park Care Home

205-207, Ferry Road, Edinburgh,
Midlothian, EH6 4NN
Telephone: 0131 555 0780

  • Alzheimers & Dementia
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care
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Meadowlark Care Home

Mannachie Road, Forres,
Moray IV36 2JT
Telephone: 01309 676307

  • Alzheimers & Dementia
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care
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Milford House Care Home

58, Duddingston Road,
Edinburgh EH15 1SG
Telephone: 0131 669 8551

  • Alzheimers & Dementia
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care
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Persley Castle Care Home

Mugiemoss Road, Bucksburn,
Aberdeenshire AB21 9XU
Telephone: 01224 685800

  • Alzheimers & Dementia
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care
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Rosepark Care Home

261 New Edinburgh Road,
Uddingston, Glasgow G71 6LL
Telephone: 01698 816161

  • Alzheimers & Dementia
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care
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Torry Care Home

36 Balnagask Road, Torry,
Aberdeen AB11 8HR
Telephone: 01224 890600

  • Alzheimers & Dementia
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care
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Whitecraigs Care Home

24 Stewarton Road, Thornliebank,
Glasgow G46 7UZ
Telephone: 0141 621 0811

  • Alzheimers & Dementia
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care
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Wyndwell Care Home

9 Harbour Street,
Peterhead AB42 1DJ
Telephone: 01779 471522

  • Alzheimers & Dementia
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care
"I like it here because it keeps me warm and the people are all very nice. I like using the face thing (FaceTime) to keep up with the church."
Jan
"I like the entertainment here. I like that - I love that it's fun."
Fay
"I enjoy my job because there's a trust between the staff. It's like a second family and we look out for each other."
Staff
"It's really nice here. Its like home. I like having company and the like the cat. If there's a cat in here, I will take it and you've had it. I like to sit back and watch you all."
Isa
"It's brilliant when you get a good laugh. We’re really happy here at the home, we’re actually all buddies."
Tommy
"I like having my meals put in front of me. I really like the staff. They are so friendly and helpful and take the time to get to know me."
Fay
"I like it here and getting everything done for me. I like to try help when I can. Everyone is so lovely and takes care of me."
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