Advice Tag: Advice. GP annual review with a person with dementia Annual reviews are a key part of a person with dementia's care. In an annual review the GP will ask questions, do a medication review, check for new symptoms or changes in behaviour, and discuss planning ahead and support for carers. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. Support and services from the GP Support and services from the GP include support for anxiety and depression, medical and practical support. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. Paying for care and support at home in Northern Ireland HSC trusts can choose when to charge for care and support provided in your own home. If the trust has decided that you need care provided at home, they will then decide whether or not you need to pay for it. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. Paying for dementia care and support in Northern Ireland Read about the different ways to pay for care in Northern Ireland, and the amount you might be expected to pay. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. Adapting to respite care in Northern Ireland Respite care can be a big support for you and the person you care for. However, it can be difficult to adjust to. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. Choosing a respite care provider in Northern Ireland It can feel daunting to find the right care option for the person with dementia and you. It’s a good idea to meet with care providers to find out more about how they work and how you feel about them. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. How is respite care arranged in Northern Ireland? You can arrange respite care through your Health and Social Care (HSC) trust or you can contact a personal assistant, homecare agency or care home directly. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. Types of respite care in Northern Ireland There are different types of respite care available in and out of the home in Northern Ireland. Options range from care agencies, support workers and friends, to day centres, holidays and care homes. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. Respite care in Northern Ireland Find out what respite care is, the different types that are available, how to pay for it and how to get the most out of it. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. Financial assessments in Northern Ireland Not everyone will have their care and support paid for by their local HSC trust. Eligibility is decided using a financial assessment. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. Care plans in Northern Ireland Once it is decided that someone has needs that make them eligible for support, the HSC trust has a duty to provide sufficient support to ensure that these are met. Read more
Advice Tag: Advice. Equipment to improve the home – useful organisations Find out more about organisations that can help with getting equipment for people with dementia and making adaptations to the home. Read more