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Memory Loss & Dementia

We understand that as people age, it is likely that they will experience memory loss and in some cases, dementia. We're dedicated to providing high-quality support to people living with dementia in our care homes, retirement living schemes and in the community. 

Whether you're caring for yourself or a family member, check out our tips and advice on memory loss and dementia. 

What’s the Difference Between Memory Loss and Dementia?

As we age, many of us will get forgetful. The symptoms of memory loss and dementia can overlap. This information and advice page outlines the differences between them helping you spot when you, or a family member might need extra support.
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Different Types of Dementia

Information and advice outlining the different types of dementia and extra support that is available for people living with dementia.
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What to do When You Receive a Dementia Diagnosis

A diagnosis of dementia can be an overwhelming time, but we’ve compiled some guidance to help you following a diagnosis. It’s important to know that you aren’t alone and there’s plenty of support and advice available.
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Helping People Living With Dementia at Christmas

Dementia specialist David Moore gives advice about how to make Christmas a special time for people living with dementia this Christmas.
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10 Ways to Support Someone Living With Dementia

Here are our top 10 suggestions you can use every day to support the wellbeing of someone living with dementia.
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Help in The Community for People Living With Dementia

Information and advice outlining the different help that's available in the community for people living with dementia.
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Practical Tips to Support People With Dementia in Their Own Home

As someone’s dementia progresses, it can get harder for them to complete every day, simple tasks but there’s things you can do to help support people living in their own home.
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Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)

A lasting power of attorney (LPA) is a legal document that lets you (known as the ‘donor’) appoint one or more people (known as the ‘attorneys’) who you trust to help you make decisions or to make decisions on your behalf. LPA is usually given to family members.
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Tests For Diagnosing Dementia

There is no one single test for dementia. A diagnosis is based on a combination of assessments and tests taken by a GP or a specialist at a memory clinic or hospital. This information and advice page outlines the differences between the tests and brain scans.
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