It’s important not to stop taking a medication without speaking to a doctor first, as this may make dementia symptoms worse. 

Read about taking medications safely, practical tips to help you to remember, and what to do if you miss a dose.

Read about possible side effects of dementia medications, what to do if you experience them and how you may be able to reduce them. 

Although no current medications stop, slow down or reverse dementia, some can temporarily help a person with their memory and thinking. 

It can be difficult to know what to say to the person you care for. Telling the truth can cause the person with dementia to have an emotional response and, in some cases, may make things worse.

Download our free practical guide, supporting sports clubs and venues to become dementia friendly.

People with Down's syndrome have a higher risk of developing dementia. A person with Down’s syndrome may have similar symptoms as someone without Down’s syndrome. However, there can be some differences around changes in behaviour and personality.

Get details of organisations that can provide information and support if you know someone with learning disabilities who has recently been diagnosed with dementia. 

There are various ways to treat and support someone with dementia who also has learning disabilities. Here, we outline some of these treatments and provide tips for carers.

Tips to support a person with learning disabilities getting a dementia diagnosis, including discussing the diagnosis, dealing with emotions, and agreeing a care plan.

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