Alzheimer's Society welcomes local authority funding to help people leave hospital earlier

Published 5 January 2011

Health Secretary Andrew Lansley said £162million would be transferred from the NHS to local authorities and primary care trusts.

The transfer of funds will help people to leave hospital more quickly and receive support at home.

Alzheimer's Society comment:

'Today's announcement is welcome news for hundreds of thousands of people with dementia and carers. Many people with dementia require hospitalisation after reaching breaking point because they are forced to struggle with so little support. By enabling people with dementia to live well at home you can avoid costly crisis care. Even ensuring people with dementia leave hospital just a week earlier can save £80 million a year.'

Andrew Chidgey
Head of Policy and Public Affairs
Alzheimer's Society