The experience of a Dementia Services Advisor working for Housing 21. Case study 9

This publication tries to answer some of the questions you may have about a diagnosis of dementia. Each section looks at a different area of your life and suggests ways to adapt to any changes you may face. This publication has been written in discuss

This booklet is aimed at carers who want to continue their involvement in the lives of the people they have cared for, even if they are no longer responsible for their day-to-day physical care needs.

Introductary information for people who want information about dementia. It includes symptoms, who is affected, the impact, drugs, research and services that are needed.

Guidance for carers who are concerned that the person they are caring for goes wandering or walking.

a guide aimed at carers of people with dementia about assessment for and provision of community care services. It includes help available to carers

Information and advice for people who are caring for someone with dementia, compiled from information from the Alzheimers Society

A guide for people who wish to prepare for possible future mental incapacity. It explains what the law says about mental incapacity, how decisions should be made on financial, health and other matters, the role of doctors, lawyers and where to get expert