In this episode, I share how NHS 111 supported us, how simple home monitoring tools can make a huge difference, and why being prepared as a carer can help loved ones with dementia stay safe and comfortable at home.

When my mum, who has dementia, became short of breath with a rattling chest, I called NHS 111.

Within a short time, a GP called me back, and later that same day, yes, on a Sunday, another GP came out to see her at home.

Thanks to a few simple devices I already had, an oxygen monitor, thermometer, and blood pressure machine, I was able to share my mum’s vital signs over the phone.

Once the GP listened to her chest, she prescribed antibiotics, which were sent directly to an out-of-hours pharmacy open until 10:30 that night.

Keeping someone with dementia at home, in their familiar surroundings, is so important — and having the right tools can make all the difference.

If you’re exhausted, frustrated, and running on empty while caring for a loved one with dementia — this episode is for you.

I've spent over a decade caring for both my parents through their dementia journeys, and I open up about the “pressure valve” moments that every carer faces — those points when the emotional weight feels unbearable and you wonder how much more you can take.

In this honest and comforting conversation, I shares how to:

• Recognize the signs that you’re nearing burnout
• Release the emotional pressure safely — without guilt or shame
• Reconnect with yourself while still showing up with love and compassion
• Understand that every person and challenge you meet along the way has a purpose

You’ll come away feeling seen, supported, and understood — with fresh perspective and gentle tools to help you breathe again, find peace in the chaos, and see your caregiving journey as a space for personal growth rather than just survival.

Press play to learn how to release the pressure before it breaks you — and discover that even in the hardest moments, there’s still room for peace, purpose, and you.

When you’re ready, take the first step toward releasing the pressure and rediscovering yourself — learn more about working with me here,

Caring for someone with dementia can feel like you’re caught in a storm, but what if the first step is learning to accept and not fight?

In this gentle episode of My Dementia Roadtrip, Angela shares how “going with the flow” can ease anxiety and help you find peace in caring. You’ll learn what it means to live in your loved one’s world, let go of resistance, and show yourself the same kindness you give to them.

This might be your first small step toward feeling calmer, more confident, and less alone on your journey.

If you’d like personalised support, Angela can work with you in one-to-one sessions and there will shortly be a guided course to help carers find their footing with compassion and practical tools.

Visit mydementiaroadtrip.com to start your journey to rebuild you today.

Dementia can make even simple routines, like brushing teeth more difficult, and our loved ones may need extra support as the disease progresses.

In this deeply personal episode, I open up about my own experience and the tender ways we can help with oral care while showing love, patience, and understanding.

This is for anyone walking the carer journey, this is a heartfelt reminder, that you’re not alone, and that love always matters more than perfection.

Press play and feel understood, encouraged, and connected.

Medication can be one of the scariest parts of caring for someone with dementia. Maybe you’ve discovered that your loved one has taken today’s tablets twice, or even opened several days’ worth of pills in one go. It’s frightening, it’s exhausting — and it leaves many carers feeling guilty or overwhelmed.

Trigger warning - references to Overdose in this episode - Medication Overdose and Dementia

It happened in our family too

In this episode of My Dementia Roadtrip, I share:

• Why medication mistakes and overdoses happen in dementia
• The real risks — and why this is not your fault
• Why some strategies only work in the mild stages of dementia
• The phases of dementia and ways to support medication at each of these stages
• Why it’s completely normal for those same strategies to stop working as dementia progresses — and what to do instead
• Practical next steps and adaptations you can take to keep them safe
• What we did when it happened
• A reminder of hope and grace for carers who feel they’ve failed

Whether you’re in the middle of this right now, or simply want to be prepared, this episode will give you reassurance and practical tools to keep your loved one safe — and remind you that you are not alone on this journey.

You can download my guide to Medication Overdose In Dementia Prevention here

In this episode of My Dementia Road Trip, Angela explores why people with Alzheimer’s and dementia often resist showering or bathing. Drawing on personal experience, Angela explains the reasons behind this behaviour — from skin sensitivity to anxiety — and shares practical, compassionate alternatives to help carers maintain dignity and hygiene without added stress.

What You'll Learn From This Episode

1. Why people with Alzheimer’s and dementia may resist showering or bathing.
2. How skin sensitivity, fear, and anxiety play a role in bathing resistance.
3. Practical alternatives carers can use to keep loved ones clean and comfortable.

In this deeply personal episode, I speak from the heart as someone who has cared for both of my parents—my mum, who now lives with me, and my dad, who sadly passed away last year after living with dementia in a care home for complex behavioural needs.

This is a quiet, honest ramble from one unpaid carer to another.

People who aren’t in this position often try to help—but they don’t really understand what it’s like. They offer advice, but it can feel disconnected or unhelpful. In this episode, I talk about:

• Why well-meaning advice can still miss the point
• The emotional and invisible weight of unpaid caring
• The loss of shared understanding and how isolating that can feel
• The need to find someone who truly sees you — not just what you do, but what you feel

If you're caring for someone with dementia, especially a parent, this episode is for you. You're not alone — even when it feels like it.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or on the edge of burnout, I offer 1-to-1 support sessions for unpaid carers.

I’ll listen — really listen — and help you find ways to rebuild your life, set boundaries, and avoid carer burnout.

👉 You Can Book A Confidential Carer Support Hour With Me

I'll cover:

• Why people with Alzheimer’s refuse carers or home care — and what they’re really feeling
• How to introduce the idea of home care in a way that feels safe and supportive
• Phrases and approaches that reduce resistance and conflict
• Common mistakes families make when suggesting carers — and how to avoid them
• How to care for yourself while navigating this challenging stage

✨ By the end, you’ll have practical, compassionate strategies to help your loved one accept the care they need — and give yourself the peace of mind you deserve.