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Diagnosing dementia: A practical guide to assessment

Diagnosing dementia: A practical guide to assessment is a booklet for anyone worried about possible signs of dementia, including memory problems, for themself or someone else. It sets out clearly how dementia can be diagnosed.

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4 new innovative products to support people affected by dementia
Too many people affected by dementia face barriers in their day-to-day lives. Start Voice Control, The Music Project, Smart Socks from Miltbotix, and eargym are four new products we are supporting to tackle common challenges at every stage of the dementia journey.
16 May 2022
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Checklist for possible dementia symptoms

If you are worried that your symptoms could be signs of dementia, use our checklist to help describe your symptoms to a GP or health professional. 

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A practical guide to designing products and services for people affected by dementia
Our free guide, Dementia and co-creation, is for anyone designing innovative products and services to tackle the challenges that come with dementia.
13 May 2022
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What do the different badges for dementia mean?
Following some confusion over what different blue flower badges represent, here we tackle some common myths about their meaning, who can wear blue flower badges and why.
28 April 2022
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Gwybodaeth am ddementia yn Gymraeg

Rydyn ni'n cynhyrchu gwybodaeth, cyngor a chefnogaeth dementia ar-lein ac wedi ei argraffu trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg. 

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Dementia information in Punjabi (ਪੰਜਾਬੀ)

Learn more about what dementia is, the diagnosis process, and how to access support in these Punjabi (ਪੰਜਾਬੀ) resources (in Gurmukhi script).

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Fuelling the Moonshot: Unleashing the UK’s potential through dementia research

Following the Government’s commitment to double dementia research funding, this 2021 report from the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Dementia highlights the current state of dementia research in the UK. The group suggest which areas of research the Government should prioritise for any additional funding. 

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Dementia information for councillors and elected representatives

Find out how dementia affects people in your local area. You can also join our councillors network for access to regular updates, resources and more.

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Recycling your Forget Me Not Appeal badge
Find out which parts of your Forget Me Not Appeal badge can be recycled.
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Forget Me Not Appeal Terms and Conditions
Terms and conditions for Alzheimer's Society's Forget Me Not Appeal.
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Clothes and shoes specially designed to be easier for people with dementia to wear
Our panel looks at a range of clothing and footwear designed to help dressing, without compromising on attractiveness and comfort.
31 March 2022
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