Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) – useful resources
There are several organisations that can provide information and support for people affected by DLB.
- Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB): what is it and what causes it?
- Getting a diagnosis of dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB)
- Symptoms of dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB)
- Treatments and support for dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB)
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Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB)
Useful organisations
Lewy Body Society
Telephone
01942 914000
Email
[email protected]
Website
www.lewybody.org
Lewy Body Society aims to raise awareness of DLB for the general public and educate those in the medical profession and decision-making positions about all aspects of the disease. It also supports research into the disease.
Parkinson's UK
Telephone
0808 800 0303 (helpline 9am–6pm Monday—Friday, 10am–2pm Saturday)
Email
[email protected]
Website
www.parkinsons.org.uk
Parkinson’s UK provides information, advice, support and publications for people with Parkinson’s disease. It can put people in touch with their nearest branch, offering information, support and social contact for those with Parkinson’s and their families.
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Our information is based on evidence and need, and is regularly updated using quality-controlled processes. It is reviewed by experts in health and social care and people affected by dementia.
Reviewed by: Dr Paul Donaghy, NIHR Intermediate Clinical Fellow in Old Age Psychiatry, Newcastle University and Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust, and Dr Ajenthan Surendranathan, Clinical Research Associate, Department of Psychiatry, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge
This factsheet has also been reviewed by people affected by dementia.
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