Dementia Prevalence CalculatorThe Dementia Prevalence Calculator presents an opportunity for all health communities to gain a better understanding of their local estimated prevalence of dementia in the community, and among people living in local care homes. Read more »
This project will establish a primary care based model of memory assessment to increase the recognition, diagnosis and targeted case management of people living with dementia in Kent and Medway. Read more »
This project aims to increase diagnosis rates in the Surrey Downs community by adopting an innovative approach of using Specialist Link Nurses. Read more »
NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly uses the STAR tool to support medications review and ensure appropriate prescribing of antipsychotic medications. Read more »
Long-term health gainsThis report, published by the NHS Conferederation’s Mental Health Network, presents evidence for investing in care that addresses both physical and psychological needs. Read more »
The Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) rewards practices for the provision of ‘quality care’ and helps to standardise improvements in the delivery of clinical care. Practice participation in QOF is voluntary but most practices on General Medical Services (GMS) contracts, as well as many on Personal Medical Services (PMS) contracts, take part in QOF. It… Read more »
This plan sets out actions to improve the diagnosis of dementia and provide better services for people living with dementia across Dorset, Bournemouth and Poole. Read more »
This plan sets out actions to accelerate dementia diagnosis across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Read more »
Patients admitted through Urgent Care in Plymouth hospitals are screened on admission to identify the risk of complex needs in hospital, and to predict those on discharge. Read more »