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The most important part of sex and intimacy is consent. A diagnosis of dementia does not mean that someone automatically lacks the ability to consent to sex and intimacy. However, they may have the mental capacity to engage in sex at some times, and lack it at others. Both partners must consent to sexual activity.
When a person is living with dementia, their sexual behaviour, needs and desires may change. As their partner, yours may too. Your sex life may have changed, and you might need advice on how to cope with this, as well as how to feel better. Talking about sex and intimacy can help.
A person living in a residential, nursing or shared home may want to continue to have sexual relationships and be intimate. Find out how to support a person with dementia who is in a relationship, including a list of questions to think about and discuss with the care home staff.
The partners of people with dementia describe a wide range of feelings about their continuing sexual relationships. Read some of the most common feelings.
An innovation project about sex and intimacy in care homes led by Alzheimer's Society. It shows that people with more advanced dementia can still share their experiences, through innovation and empathy.
Caring for someone with dementia is tough enough, and same-sex couples can face additional obstacles. Rachael shares her experiences of being a former carer, and the importance of gay relationships being accepted without prejudice.
Dementia can affect a person's sexual behaviour, sometimes meaning they are less or more interested in sex. Partners of a person with dementia may also feel differently about sex and intimacy. Find out how to manage these changes.
Dementia Support Line