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Diagnosis of Primary Progressive Aphasia (JGCR / Journal of Neurology / ARUK)

Posted on April 2, 2018 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

A Journal of Geriatric Care and Research (JGCR) case report discusses the neuropsychological assessments preparatory to the differential diagnosis of Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA). PPA is a rare form of non-Alzheimer’s dementia featuring language impairment with progressive decline in word … Continue reading →

A Framework of Promising Interventions for Improving the Support of People Living With Dementia (Age UK)

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary An Age UK report investigates a variety of interventions which may be of assistance in the support of people with dementia and their families / carers. Case studies of services and projects designed to support wellbeing / living well … Continue reading →

Persons With Hidden Disabilities Soon More Likely to Receive Blue Badge Parking Permits? (BBC News)

Posted on January 22, 2018 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary So-called “hidden disabilities”, such as mental health, dementia and autism may soon be given higher weight for consideration by officials when awarding blue badge parking permits in England. “By looking at non-visible illness, we can actually change the perceptions … Continue reading →

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National Self Care Week 2017: Embracing Self Care for Life (NHS England / Self Care Forum)

Posted on November 15, 2017 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary The Self Care Week (2017), organised by the Self Care Forum, occurs between November 13th – 19th 2017. This year’s theme is “Embracing Self Care for Life”. This is all about: “ …engaging and empowering people to look after … Continue reading →

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Under-Claimed SMI Council Tax Discount? (BBC News / MoneySavingExpert)

Posted on October 1, 2017 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary People diagnosed as severely mentally impaired (SMI) should by rights be exempt from paying council tax, with the result that two-person households often qualify for a 25% discount on council tax. Persons with a severe mental impairment living alone … Continue reading →

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Self Care Week 2017: Embracing Self Care for Life (Self Care Forum)

Posted on July 21, 2017 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary The Self Care Week (2017) awareness campaign, organised by the Self Care Forum, is planned to take place between November 13th – 19th 2017. This year’s theme will be “Embracing Self Care for Life”. Further Self Care Week information … Continue reading →

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National Diabetes Week 2017 (NHS England / NEJM / NHS Choices)

Posted on June 16, 2017 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary National Diabetes Week falls between June 11th 2017 to June 17th 2017. To mark this event NHS England has released a short animation for the general public offering basic advice, and promoting the Diabetes Prevention Programme and Healthier You. … Continue reading →

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