Exposure to a high level of air pollution increases a person’s risk of developing dementia. It also contributes to other long-term conditions. Air pollution includes very small particles from traffic ...

DiADeM is a tool to support GPs in diagnosing dementia for people living with advanced dementia in a care home setting. It has been developed by the Yorkshire and Humber Dementia Strategic Clinical ...

Our school teaching resources make it easy to teach and learn about dementia from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 4. No prior knowledge of dementia is required. All of these resources can be used in class, ...

As dementia progresses, there may come a time when the person will struggle to manage their finances and affairs. At some point, they may need extra support, or for someone to manage their money for ...

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From the August/September 2016 issue of our magazine, read more about DNR orders. Sometimes doctors make a medical decision that if a person's breathing or heart stops, there should be no attempt to ...

Why did we fund this project? Comments from members of our Research Network: 'Fantastic proposal. Practical and including training of nurses and caregivers.' 'Could prove to be very beneficial to all ...

Making Evaluation Count involves seeking feedback from people living with dementia and carers about the Alzheimer's Society services they receive from our support workers. Support to participate is ...

Individual philanthropists, grant-making trusts and foundations play a pivotal role in funding our work. Find out more about making a major gift. Under Gift Aid, the HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) will ...

Sometimes a person with dementia can lose their inhibitions and may behave in ways that others find embarrassing. Sometimes a person with dementia can lose their inhibitions and may behave in ways ...

What care and support is available for people affected by dementia in Wales? Friends and family who care for a person with dementia who is living at home may also need support to carry out this role.