Cost of Dementia in the Pre-Enlargement Countries of the European Union
A study conducted by Oxford University researchers reveals that the cost of dementia across 15 western European countries came up to £165 billion in 2007. Read more »
Monthly Archives: October 2011
Brain Waves, issue 43
The October 2011 edition of the Brain Waves newsletter, produced by Innovations in Dementia, includes features on: Telling our stories through film; Dementia training; EVA. Read more »
Interactive map of memory services, cafés and groups in the South West
We have begun work to develop an interactive map of memory services, cafés and groups in the South West. Read more »
Carer Information and Support Programme
The Carer Information and Support Programme is a short course run by the Alzheimer’s Society for people supporting a family member or friend with dementia. Read more »
UK directory of memory cafés
This independent directory, developed by Andy Francis, enables anyone to locate a Memory café or Alzheimer’s café in the UK by region or county. Read more »
A guide to setting up a memory café
This guidance written by David Light and Jim Delves explains what a memory café is and offers tips on how to set up and deliver one. Read more »
Making involvement count
The resource pack is made up 18 cards each aimed at giving specific information, advice and top tips on a range of topics that will help overcome or prevent this, and support people with dementia to get involved in activities whilst recognising their current abilities. Read more »
Hospital uses music to stimulate patients with dementia
Yeovil District Hospital is focussing on the care it gives to people with dementia and is running a musical project to enhance the way patients are cared for. Read more »
People living with dementia in the South West launch ‘What Works’ resource pack
People and organisations wanting to engage and consult with people with dementia will soon benefit from a new ‘what works’ resource pack. Read more »
Caring, compassionate, skilled – transforming the dementia workforce
This guidance will support commissioners to better understand workforce planning and development issues that may impact staff working with people with dementia and their carers and families. Read more »