New section of Alzheimer's Society website provides all the answers.

The new section of the website aims to answer many of those questions that carers and people living with dementia may not find easy to ask others about, such as coping with incontinence, frustration and loneliness.

Examples of questions include:

• I love my husband, but caring for him often exhausts and upsets me. What can I do?
• Are there any financial benefits that are available to help people with dementia?

The content was originally published in the 3rd edition of the book, 'Alzheimer's and other Dementias: Answers at the your fingertips' and the book's publisher, Class Health, has kindly given Alzheimer's Society permission to publish the updated questions online for the benefit of all those affected by dementia.

The books authors, former Alzheimer's Society Chief Executive Harry Cayton, Dr Nori Graham (Alzheimer's Society Vice President) and Dr James Warner, have also agreed to answer new questions generated by users of the Society's website.

The new section of the website can be found at www.alzheimers.org.uk/faq and the book is also available to purchase at the Alzheimer's Society online shop.

Jo Swinhoe, Director of Fundraising and Marketing at Alzheimer's Society says,

'It is a great book and one of the must reads for those dealing with dementia.  This is the first time Alzheimer's Society has worked with a third party to publish their content online and by continuing to answer questions that come up, the authors will ensure a continued open forum for people with dementia.'

Co-author Dr Nori Graham, Vice President at Alzheimer's Society, adds,

'So many people have questions to ask about dementia. This new FAQ section of the website has the answers.'

Dick Warner of Class Health says,

'Class Health is thrilled to be working on this exciting project to provide practical information to people with Alzheimer's, their families and carers.'

Notes to editors:

• To view the frequently asked questions visit www.alzheimers.org.uk/faq
• Alzheimer's and other Dementias: Answers at the your fingertips is available to purchase from the online shop of the Alzheimer's Society website www.alzheimers.org.uk/faqbook
• One in three people over 65 will die with dementia
• Alzheimer's Society research shows that 750,000 people in the UK have a form of dementia, more than half have Alzheimer's disease. In just 15 years a million people will be living with dementia. This will soar to 1.7 million people by 2051
• Alzheimer's Society champions the rights of people living with dementia and the millions of people who care for them  
• Alzheimer's Society works in England, Wales and Northern Ireland
• Alzheimer's Society supports people to live well with dementia today and funds research to find a cure for tomorrow. We rely on voluntary donations to continue our vital work. You can donate now by calling 0845 306 0898 or visiting www.alzheimers.org.uk
• Alzheimer's Society provides a National Dementia Helpline, the number is 0845 300 0336 or visit alzheimers.org.uk
  

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