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.
Information Tried and tested: Mobile and landline phones for people with dementia We hear how people with dementia and their families got along trying out three specially designed phones at home. 30 September 2020 0
Information Book group: Another cup of tea, by Martin Dewhurst We hear about a book from a former carer that reminds us that ‘no time spent together is wasted’. 30 September 2020 0
Information Watch out for: Films and more Two exciting new films that feature dementia, plus opportunities to share your stories through Innovations in Dementia. 30 September 2020 0
Information Care in a local lockdown: Impact on home care Advice about making sure a person still gets the home care that they need if their area is affected by a lockdown. 30 September 2020 0
Information Take part in our book group – Read Slow puncture Let us know what you think about this book for our next book group article. 30 September 2020 0
Information Enter our competitions Dementia together magazine has great competition and giveaway prizes in every issue. See what’s up for grabs in this issue and enter online. 30 September 2020 7
Information Win Christmas cards Take part in our competition for a chance to win. 30 September 2020 0
Information Memory loss but not dementia: functional cognitive disorder (FCD) Researchers have studied people being assessed for problems with their thinking and memory. Recent figures suggest that, of people going to a memory clinic with such symptoms, as many as one in four don’t have dementia. Instead, these difficulties are caused by functional cognitive disorder. 24 September 2020 0
Information Councils: Will you commit to better connecting families affected by dementia during COVID-19? Regular contact with loved ones is instrumental to the health and wellbeing of a person living with dementia. But tragically, many families have not been able to see their loved ones living with dementia in care homes for months.
Information Trek26 Brecon Beacons - Transfers Transfer your place onto Trek26 Stonehenge on Saturday 12 September 2020.
