People with dementia can put plans in place now that will be helpful in the future. This includes thinking about housing options for when living alone isn't possible.

There are ways to make it easier for people with dementia to manage their money. This includes staying protected from financial scams.

There are ways for people with dementia to adapt everyday tasks so that they are easier to do when living alone.

Building a good support network and staying involved in the community can be very helpful for people with dementia who live alone.

Use this template, created by Alzheimer's Society, to write an advance decision to refuse treatment. 

If you have dementia, you may wish to make an advance statement to express your wishes, feelings and values. Find out why you might make one and how they are different to advance decisions.

As well as making an advance decision, you might have made or be thinking about making a Lasting power of attorney (LPA) for health and welfare. 

Read our advice on how to make an advance decision if you have dementia, who you should talk to about it, and what to include when writing it.

Advance decisions can be used to refuse treatment when you no longer have capacity. Find out if they are legally binding, why you might make one, what treatments you can refuse, and what an advance decision cannot do.

When you have dementia, planning ahead may include writing an advance decision or advance statement. You can use these to make decisions about care and treatment in the future. 

This handbook is for anyone who is caring for a person with dementia. It will help you suggest enjoyable and engaging activities for the person you’re caring for.