Primary care

There are between 12 and 20 people with dementia on an average GP list. People with dementia often need specific information and support, and their GP plays a vital role in enabling them to manage their condition.

There may be specialist services you can refer patients to in your area, including Memory Clinics, mental health teams, or social services. You can also direct patients to Alzheimer's Society.

Alzheimer's Society support services

Alzheimer's Society are the experts on dementia. We can help you provide people with dementia and their carers the information and advice they need.

Our support services include:

Local support via our network of branches
Alzheimer's Society dementia helpline
Talking Point, our online forum.

We also provide information and advice sheets, including:

Factsheets on all aspects of dementia
Free publications
Information for carers, families and friends.

Resources for primary care teams

Two thirds of people with dementia do not currently have a diagnosis, which prevents them receiving the care they need to live well with dementia.

Alzheimer's Society's 'Worried about your memory?' campaign aims to increase the number of people being diagnosed with dementia. If you are a GP or medical student you can request a free copy of the campaign CD-Rom, 'Dementia: Management in Primary Care' by emailing waym@alzheimers.org.uk.

You can also find further information about dementia on this website, including: