Jun 11
Research shows that speech and language therapy can help people with dementia to support participation in daily life, and provide carers with practical strategies to reduce communication difficulties. Early referral can make a difference. #WithSLTuCan
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Apr 23
Did you know dementia may affect swallowing? The IDDSI framework helps standardise food and drink textures to reduce choking risks and support safety.Speech & language therapists advise on texture modification & explain risks #WithSLTuCan
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Apr 16
Supporting someone with dementia means adapting how we communicate.Simple strategies like offering choices (Tea or coffee?)or using total communication - a mix of speech, gestures, and visual cues -can make conversations clearer and less stressful for everyone.#WithSLTuCan
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Apr 9
When caring for someone with dementia, connection matters more than correction.
Follow their lead. Step into their reality instead of pulling them into yours. Tiny changes can shift a perspective to feel safer, calmer, and kinder. #WithSLTuCan
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Apr 2
If a 'yes/no' response gets muddled, can the question be rephrased to help? Maybe alongside 'do you want a drink?' you might follow up with choices: 'tea or coffee' or 'hot or cold'. You might add a gesture too. Little changes count. #WithSLTuCan
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Mar 19
Communication is always a shared responsibility. It’s not just about what each person says but how we listen, adapt, and respond. If you're talking with someone with dementia-slow down, consider your tone & expression, watch/listen/ follow. #WithSLTuCan
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Mar 12
If you are supporting someone with dementia, mealtimes matter. Slow down,make a quiet space,remove clutter from table & maybe put on gentle music. Offer small bites, an upright position & watch for subtle signs of preference, 'enough' or 'more'. #WithSLTuCan
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Feb 26
Language-led dementia is known as primary progressive aphasia. It starts with gradual onset word- finding difficulties -using the wrong word or struggling to follow conversation or repeat phrases. Memory changes much later on in condition.#WithSLTuCan
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Feb 12
When supporting someone with dementia, it’s not about correcting words — it’s about connecting. Try to focus on the tone/ rhythm of your sentence. Give extra time to respond. Validate feelings, even if the facts aren’t quite right. #WithSLTuCan
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Feb 5
At mealtimes, contrast & colour work to support eating & drinking. Consider making the meal itself more colourful. Add a contrasting plate to help the food stand out. Frame it all with a placemat as a border. Little things, big impact. #WithSLTuCan
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Jan 15
Social cues, rituals and routine matter in communication. Familiar faces, consistent schedules, a supportive environment and gentle tone reduce confusion—and help us feel safe, understood, and respected, even if words are hard to find. #withSLTuCan
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Jan 8
Returning to the old routines of a new year can feel familiar & safe after all the festivities. Clear communication about what's happening next & offering 1 option at a time can support smooth transitions back to January life. #WithSLTuCan
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18 Dec 2025
Communication matters in dementia care. Offering support to express our needs, stay connected and be understood can reduce stress or distress in moments of confusion. Try slowing down, reducing noise or noticing non-verbal cues. #WithSLTuCan
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11 Dec 2025
This Christmas, remember that mealtimes can be challenging for people living with dementia. Offer unhurried moments, familiar foods, and warm reassurance. Compassion at the table matters just as much as what’s on the plate. #WithSLTuCan
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4 Dec 2025
Humans are hardwired for connection. What does connection mean to you? Perhaps it's a familiar look or expression, a smile, a shared routine, doing things together that feel safe & known. Connecting happens frequently without words. #WithSLTuCan
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27 Nov 2025
If we change our communication style a little bit, the impact goes a long way. Use short, simple sentences. Always face to face. Give extra time for responses. Smile. We can make conversations feel safer and more connected.#WithSLTuCan
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13 Nov 2025
A good conversation is made up of these ingredients...
Short & clear speech with extra pauses
Warmth, eye contact & smiling
Staying present
Validating feelings, not facts
Sharing music, photos, & stories
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6 Nov 2025
Did you know swallowing problems can happen in dementia? Signs like coughing, choking, or refusing food shouldn’t be ignored — gentle support & simple modifications from a speech & language therapist can keep meals safe and enjoyable. #WithSLTuCan
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30 Oct 2025
Good communication in dementia starts with us. It’s the responsibility of the conversation partner to slow down, listen deeply, watch closely, break it down & find new ways to connect. We both play a role in making it meaningful. #WithSLTuCan
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23 Oct 2025
When talking with someone living with dementia, pause often and simplify your language. Short sentences. Gentle tone. Time to process. Space to respond. #WithSLTuCan
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