Dementia Partnerships
Tommy on tour
This blog documents Tommy Whitelaw’s mission to raise awareness of dementia as he tours Scotland’s towns and cities sharing his experience of caring for his mother. Read more »
You are exploring: Cross-cutting themes
The diseased Other
This film is about Alzheimer’s disease, stigma and medical reductionism. It is an artistic expression that explores scientific understandings of Alzheimer’s disease from philosophical and ethical perspectives. Read more »
Watch the G8 dementia summit live
You can watch live coverage of the G8 dementia summit on the homepage of the Dementia Challenge site on 11 December and follow #G8dementia on Twitter. Read more »
Pathways to dementia diagnosis: A review of services in the
South West of England
This report authored by Dr Edana Minghella provides the findings of her independent review of Pathways to Dementia Diagnosis in the South West of England. Read more »
Putting dementia on the map
Putting dementia on the map published by the Department of Health draws on data and information about dementia health and care, dementia friendly communities and research. Read more »
Dementia: A state of the nation report on dementia care and
support in England
This report, published by the Department of Health, sets out what is known about dementia care, support and research. It highlights where improvements are being made and where improvements are needed. Read more »
Just Checking
Just Checking is a simple online activity monitoring system that helps people who are becoming forgetful stay independent in their own home. Read more »
Carers Call to Action
The Dementia Action Alliance have launched the Carers Call to Action to transform the lives of family and friends caring for people with dementia. Read more »
Trading Times
Trading Times is an online service that matches carers with
local businesses for flexible paid work. It is free to carers
and paid for on a transactional basis by employers.
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ode
ode is a fragrance-release system designed to stimulate appetite among people with dementia. The mains-powered unit releases three food fragrances a day, adjustable to coincide with the user’s mealtimes. Read more »