An overwhelming number of people believe that the NHS needs to make early diagnosis a priority for dementia (90%), hearing (79%) and sight loss (88%) according to a YouGov poll released 16 September 2010. Read more »
A recent article in the British Medical Journal asserts a better understanding of the effects of dementia on life expectancy is important because it enables patients and carers to plan for the future and gain access to support services earlier. Read more »
The August 2010 edition of the Brain Waves newsletter, produced by Innovations in Dementia, includes features on: Women and dementia; Films for eduction and training. Read more »
Coming of Age is the Dementia Services Development Centre’s 4th International Conference. It will address the needs of people with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. Read more »
The International Dementia Excellence Awards are designed to recognise organisations and individuals who have worked to improve the quality of life of people with dementia. Read more »
The July 2010 edition of the Brain Waves newsletter, produced by Innovations in Dementia, includes features on: Training; Brain, mind and culture; Autumn conference season. Read more »
The Social Care Institute for Excellence have developed seven e-learning modules which are aimed at anyone who comes into contact with people with dementia. Read more »
Almost 100 people attended an awareness day to find out more about dementia care in Weston. Read more »
A recent Guardian article profiles Nicola Jacobson, a dementia advisor in Sheffield, who asserts that dementia sufferers are benefitting from person-centred public services, co-designed in response to the National Dementia Strategy. Read more »
A new scheme is being launched by the Royal United Hospital Bath NHS Trust (RUH) to help improve the care of people with dementia during their stay in hospital. Read more »