Real stories Caring culture: Museums reaching out to people with dementia Museums are finding creative new ways to stay engaged with people who have dementia during the pandemic. 01 December 2020 0
News PM announces two visitors per care home resident – Alzheimer’s Society comment Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced his post lockdown plan after 2 December, in the lead up to the Christmas period.
News Tests for visitors in all care homes in England by Christmas: Alzheimer's Society comment Today (Monday 16 November), Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the government aimed to have coronavirus testing available to allow visits in all care homes in England by Christmas.
News DHSC pilot launches for family members to get regular testing to enable safer care home visits - Alzheimer's Society comment The charity responds to news that family members will receive regular testing so they can visit care homes
Advice 'I decided Christine was coming home with me' - Moving out of a care home during coronavirus As a loved one of a person in residential care, you may be considering whether it is better for them to live in the care home or at home. Ronald shares his experience about bringing his wife, Christine, back home during the coronavirus pandemic. 13 November 2020 20
Advice Paying for dementia care and support in Northern Ireland Read about the different ways to pay for care in Northern Ireland, and the amount you might be expected to pay.
Real stories ‘Dad was ticking along nicely - until Covid hit’ - Tanya's story Coronavirus restrictions on care homes had a huge impact on Tanya’s Dad, Alex, who was living with dementia. Tanya reflects on her Dad’s experience of the care system, and the fundraising she is doing to raise awareness. 06 November 2020 12
News Alzheimer's Society responds to new care home visitor guidance The Government has today (4 November 2020) announced new guidance for care home visitations while national restrictions are in place from Thursday 5 November 2020.
News Alzheimer's Society responds to second national lockdown The charity reflect on the latest lockdown news and how this may affect people living with dementia
Real stories ‘We should have had more time together. We needed Government support.’ - David and Catriona's story David has looked after his wife Catriona, who has dementia, for seven years. But the national coronavirus lockdown meant their network of services fell away. As Catriona’s health deteriorated, David was left with the most difficult of decisions. 27 October 2020 7
Information From diagnosis to end of life: The lived experiences of dementia care and support This report by Alzheimer’s Society shines a light on the inconsistent provision of high-quality, integrated care and support for people affected by dementia, from diagnosis to end of life.
News Pilot key worker scheme for relatives of care home residents announcement - Alzheimer's Society comment Today (Tuesday 13 October), at the first session of the ‘Coronavirus: lessons learnt’ inquiry, Minister for Care Helen Whately announced a key worker pilot scheme for those with family members in care homes.
