ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY’S TOP 5 WELLBEING TIPS

GARDENING

Gardening can be a good way to stay active and look after your wellbeing. Gardens are usually peaceful spaces, and research suggests that tending to them can help to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.

If you don’t have your own garden, you might find that an allotment or just visiting a green open space on a regular basis could help your emotional wellbeing.

WALKING

It’s widely known that exercise can improve your physical and mental health. Studies show that walking can help reduce anxiety and depression and boost self-esteem

You could even sign up for an Alzheimer’s Society Memory Walk. From July to October, complete your own Memory Walk and help the Alzheimer’s Society be there to support anyone affected by dementia, whoever they are and whatever they are going through. Sign up for free at memorywalk. org.uk.

GET ENOUGH SLEEP

Sleep is important for our overall wellbeing. It allows our bodies to recuperate and our brains to process information. A lack of sleep can affect both your physical and mental health. For example, tiredness can affect your mood by causing irritability and may reduce your ability to cope with stress.

PRACTISE MINDFULNESS

Focusing on your breathing and being present in the moment can help you feel calm and have a positive impact on your wellbeing.

GET SUPPORT

Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Connect Support Line (0333 150 3456) is there for everyone affected by dementia. Alzheimers. org.uk also has lots of information, as well as advice on how to care for someone with dementia at home or far away.

TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT DEMENTIA, VISIT ALZHEIMERS.ORG.UK, WHERE YOU CAN ALSO DONATE TO ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY’S EMERGENCY APPEAL TO SUPPORT SUFFERERS AT THIS UNCERTAIN TIME