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Tag Archives: Crawley Dementia Alliance
Suppose I Lose It: An Update by Joan Bakewell (BBC Radio 4)
Summary Joan Bakewell, today on BBC Radio 4, explored the subject of dementia, how dementia affects people and their families, the importance of early diagnosis, various aspects of person-centered care, the services available post-diagnosis, and the importance of dementia-friendly communities. … Continue reading →
Posted in Acute Hospitals, Alzheimer's Society, Antipsychotics, Charitable Bodies, Commissioning, Community Care, Diagnosis, For Carers (mostly), For Doctors (mostly), For Nurses and Therapists (mostly), For Social Workers (mostly), In the News, Integrated Care, Management of Condition, Mental Health, Models of Dementia Care, National, Non-Pharmacological Treatments, Patient Care Pathway, Patient Information, Person-Centred Care, Personalisation, Practical Advice, Quick Insights, Standards, UK, Universal Interest
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Dementia 2015 UK Policy Report: Improving the Quality of Life for People with Dementia (Alzheimer’s Society)
Summary The Alzheimer’s Society’s fourth annual report exploring the quality of life for people with dementia (and their families and carers) in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, is entitled “Dementia 2015: Aiming higher to transform lives is in England”. This … Continue reading →
Posted in Acute Hospitals, Alzheimer's Society, Antipsychotics, Charitable Bodies, Commissioning, Community Care, Diagnosis, For Carers (mostly), For Doctors (mostly), For Nurses and Therapists (mostly), For Researchers (mostly), For Social Workers (mostly), In the News, Integrated Care, Management of Condition, Mental Health, Models of Dementia Care, National, Non-Pharmacological Treatments, Northern Ireland, Patient Care Pathway, Person-Centred Care, Quick Insights, Standards, Statistics, UK, Universal Interest, Wales
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Suppose I Lose It: An investigation by Joan Bakewell (BBC Radio 4)
Summary Joan Bakewell, tonight on BBC Radio 4, explores the topic of dementia, how dementia affects people and their families, the importance of early diagnosis, the services available post-diagnosis, and the broader importance of dementia-friendly communities. Read and hear more (following broadcast tonight): BBC Radio … Continue reading →
Posted in Alzheimer's Society, BBC News, Charitable Bodies, Diagnosis, For Social Workers (mostly), In the News, Integrated Care, Management of Condition, Mental Health, Models of Dementia Care, National, Non-Pharmacological Treatments, Patient Care Pathway, Patient Information, Person-Centred Care, Personalisation, Practical Advice, Quick Insights, Standards, UK, Universal Interest
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State of the Nation Report on Dementia Care and Support in England (Department of Health)
Summary This Department of Health report reviews current practice and knowledge about dementia care, support and research in England. It highlights where improvements are thought to be needed, including ongoing priorities such as reducing the prescription of antipsychotic medication to … Continue reading →
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