Information Tag: Information. Medication for dementia symptoms Although no current medications stop, slow down or reverse dementia, some can temporarily help a person with their memory and thinking. Read more
Information Tag: Information. Difficult questions and telling the truth to a person with dementia It can be difficult to know what to say to the person you care for. Telling the truth can cause the person with dementia to have an emotional response and, in some cases, may make things worse. Read more
Information Tag: Information. Dementia friendly sports clubs and venues guide Download our free practical guide, supporting sports clubs and venues to become dementia friendly. Read more
Information Tag: Information. Dementia and Down's syndrome People with Down's syndrome have a higher risk of developing dementia. A person with Down’s syndrome may have similar symptoms as someone without Down’s syndrome. However, there can be some differences around changes in behaviour and personality. Read more
Information Tag: Information. Learning disabilities and dementia - useful organisations Get details of organisations that can provide information and support if you know someone with learning disabilities who has recently been diagnosed with dementia. Read more
Information Tag: Information. Supporting a person with a learning disability and dementia There are various ways to treat and support someone with dementia who also has learning disabilities. Here, we outline some of these treatments and provide tips for carers. Read more
Information Tag: Information. Diagnosing dementia in people with a learning disability Tips to support a person with learning disabilities getting a dementia diagnosis, including discussing the diagnosis, dealing with emotions, and agreeing a care plan. Read more
Information Tag: Information. Thank you for being there Your support for Alzheimer's Society has an extraordinary impact - from donating and signing petitions to volunteering and taking part in an event, none of the work we do would be possible without you. Read more
Information Empowering people to be a force for change with Join Dementia Research Sharon Boulter, Research Participation Officer, shares how our Join Dementia Research helpdesk connects people with exciting studies. Sharon Boulter, Research Participation Officer, shares how our Join Dementia Research helpdesk connects people with exciting studies. ... 01 December 2022
Information Products designed to make eating and drinking easier for people as dementia progresses A panel of people with dementia in Newport told us what they thought of products designed to help with eating and drinking. A panel of people with dementia in Newport told us what they thought of products designed to help with eating and drinking. ... 01 December 2022
Information Book group: The Reluctant Carer We read an anonymous memoir about supporting both parents, one of whom has dementia. We read an anonymous memoir about supporting both parents, one of whom has dementia. ... 01 December 2022
Information What can you do if a council changes your homecare package without a new assessment? Local authorities must meet a person’s assessed eligible needs. Local authorities must meet a person’s assessed eligible needs. ... 01 December 2022