Category: diagnosis

In Scotland, everyone who is newly diagnosed with dementia should have access to a minimum of one year support from a named worker. This is called post diagnostic support. In Aberdeenshire, post diagnostic support is provided by the Older Adults Community Mental Health Team. There are three teams in Aberdeenshire. Post diagnostic support aims to…

Dementia is an umbrella term for a collection of symptoms. These symptoms vary from person to person, and is not an expected part of ageing. Dementia is not just memory loss, symptoms may include: More information on the symptoms of dementia is available on the NHS Inform website. Dementia is a progressive condition. It is…

Currently there isn’t a cure for dementia, but there are medication and therapies which might lessen your symptoms. Your GP or Psychiatrist will discuss with you if there is any treatment which would benefit you. The Alzheimer’s Society website has information about the different types of dementia treatments. NHS Inform website has information about dementia…

Many people put off getting help because they believe it won’t change anything for them. Getting a diagnosis of dementia at the right time can allow you to get the support you need. It also gives you access to any therapies and medications which may be of benefit to you. I’m worried I may have…