Living with Dementia

Living with dementia can be a challenge, but there are services available to help.

 

Local community services can help people living with dementia in the early stages, while respite and residential dementia care might be required later on.

 

What’s in this section?

  • Where do I go for dementia information?
  • Supporting someone with dementia
  • Activities for people with dementia
  • Dementia day centres
  • Respite care for dementia
  • Dementia home care
  • Dementia care homes
  • Dementia Friends
  • Dementia Guides
  • Search for care

 

Where do I go for dementia information?

 

Usually the initial point of contact to access care services for those living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease is either their GP (for healthcare solutions) or Adult Social Care services (for most other services).

If you are concerned about your persistent forgetfulness – or the memory difficulties of a friend or family member, it is important to consult a GP. He or she can undertake an initial examination and can then refer you to a memory clinic for further dementia tests.

The types of dementia support available are likely to involve the NHS, Adult Social Care and voluntary agencies. Some examples of dementia services and support for people with dementia include:

  • specialist day centres;
  • memory cafes;
  • respite or short breaks;
  • assistive technology and community alarms;
  • home care;
  • community equipment;
  • extra care, sheltered housing; and
  • carers’ support groups.

 

Supporting someone living with dementia