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There are a variety of different health care professionals who contribute to dementia support. These are known Allied Health Professionals (AHP), including Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Therapists. You may also get support from other AHP services such as Physiotherapists, Dietician, Podiatrists and Paramedics. Alzheimer Scotland’s website has more information about how AHPs can…

Clinical Psychologists and Clinical Associates in Applied Psychology (CAAP) are trained in understanding the ways people think, feel and behave. They have skills in how to help people adjust and cope with difficulties they may be facing in their lives. Clinical Psychologists and CAAPs are trained to: Clinical Psychologists are also trained to carry out…

Whilst it may not always be possible, the best way to avoid unnecessary stress during an emergency or crisis is to plan ahead. If you have had Post Diagnostic Support a big part of this should be planning for the future and how you wish to be supported in an emergency or crisis. You may want…

An Advocate is an independent person whose role is to support you to make your views known. They can help you to get information, understand your rights, express your needs, and make your own decisions about your health, care and treatment. For example, an Advocate could support you during meetings with other professionals about your…

A Dementia Advisor works for Alzheimer Scotland. They provide a local point of contact for anyone affected by dementia, at all stages of their journey, from diagnosis through to end-of-life. They can provide advice and information on the support services available locally for you, your carers and family members. The Dementia Advisor can also help…

The ARCH service is a 24-hour service for unplanned and urgent care needs across Aberdeenshire for residents in the community. The team help to stop people from having to be admitted to hospital. They also support people who are coming home from hospital. ARCH responders also attend emergencies, for example when someone has fallen in…

Home Carers have an important role in supporting you to live as independently and safely as possible in your own home. In Aberdeenshire, Home Carers can be employed by Aberdeenshire Council or independent care providers. Home Carers provide personal care, home support and practical support if you need it. This can be for a short time…

A Mental Health Officer is sometimes known as MHO. A Mental Health Officer is a Social Worker who has specialised training, education, experience, and skills to work with people with a mental disorder. A mental disorder is legally defined as any mental illness, personality disorder, or learning disability and includes someone with dementia. You may…

You may be referred to your local Care Management team if your dementia begins to make it difficult to do the day-to-day things you would ordinarily be able to do and you need more support. Care Management teams consist of: Care Management teams work closely with a range of professionals to assess needs and provide…

You may be referred to the Older Adult Community Mental Health Team for support after a diagnosis of dementia, either through your Psychiatrist or GP. This is to help you adjust to your diagnosis and its likely impact, both emotionally and practically. This should also help you plan for the future, work through key issues…