A person with a learning disability is more likely to develop dementia, and it may get worse quicker than someone without a learning disability. However, for people with more complex learning disabilities, the initial symptoms are likely to be less obvious.

Our booklet will help if you're caring for or supporting someone with dementia and are looking to choose the right care home. This free resource also has tips for moving into a care home.

Read our advice on the benefits of care provided in a home and how to review the cost of that dementia care.

If a person with dementia can't be supported at home but doesn't yet need the support of a care home, there are other housing options to consider.  

Find out how different types of needs can affect the behaviour of a person with dementia.

This information is for carers, friends and family who are considering care options, including going into a home, for a person with dementia. It explains how to identify when someone needs to move into a care home, and when at home support is more appropriate.

The partners of people with dementia describe a wide range of feelings about their continuing sexual relationships. Read some of the most common feelings. 

Find out what support is available from a GP when a person has dementia, including the role of the GP in dementia care. The GP can support a person even if they don't accept their diagnosis.