Advice How to navigate the current social care system if you are affected by dementia Seeking support from the social care system can be daunting, particularly for people affected by dementia who face many other daily challenges. We have guidance to help you navigate this complex process, including where to go for further help and information. 12 May 2021 0
News Alzheimer’s Society calling on care workers to share experiences Alzheimer’s Society is asking professional care workers to complete a short set of questions to find out the barriers and challenges they face in caring for people with dementia.
Advice From home to the home: When a person with dementia is moving into a care home Talking Point members’ advice for when a family member with dementia moves into a care home. 31 March 2021 0
Information Making a flexible working request when you’re caring for someone with dementia Advice about finding more flexible working arrangements with your employer to help balance work with supporting a person who has dementia. 29 March 2021 0
Real stories Finding Mum - Sue's 7 learnings after caring for her mother with dementia Sue's mum, Mollie, passed away two years ago with Alzheimer's disease. Now Sue reflects on the lessons that living with and caring for a person with dementia taught her. She shares her perspective to honour her mum, celebrate their relationship, and help others affected by dementia. 17 February 2021 58
Advice Adapting to respite care in Wales Respite care can be a big support for you and the person you care for. However, it can be difficult to adjust to.
Advice Choosing a respite care provider in Wales It can feel daunting to find the right care option for the person with dementia and you. It’s a good idea to meet with care providers to find out more about how they work and how you feel about them.
Advice Paying for respite care in Wales Find out about payment or funding arrangements for different respite care options in Wales.
Advice How is respite care arranged in Wales? You can arrange respite care through your local authority or you can contact a personal assistant, homecare agency or care home directly.
Advice Types of respite care in Wales There are different types of respite care available in and out of the home in Wales. Options range from care agencies, support workers and friends, to day centres, holidays and care homes.
Advice Respite care in Wales Find out what respite care is, the different types that are available, how to pay for it and how to get the most out of it.
Advice Respite care in Wales - useful resources Useful organisations and more information about respite care for carers and people with dementia.
