Alzheimer Scotland Shop
 | IS3: Volunteering for research into dementia | This information sheet is for people with dementia or relatives of people with dementia who are considering taking part in research. It looks at the information you should know before you decide to participate (or agree to your relative participating). | £0.25 |
| IS40: Risk factors in dementia | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) Dementia is a complex condition. Many factors influence an individual’s risk of developing dementia. We cannot change some of these factors, like our age and our genetic makeup. But lifestyle factors like diet, levels of physical activity, smoking, and alcohol consumption are also linked to the risk of dementia, and this information sheet looks at the possible influence of these factors as well. | £0.25 |
| IS41: Constipation and faecal impaction | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) This information sheet explains what constipation is, what can cause it and how it can be prevented. It examines how spouses, partners and families can identify when someone with dementia may be suffering from constipation and explains how faecal impaction can occur, particularly following a stay in hospital. It also explains how faecal impaction is treated and where to get further help. | £0.25 |
| IS39: Anti-psychotic drugs - what to do if you are worried | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) This information sheet lists some of the more common drugs used together with their possible side effects; describes what the clinical guidance says about the use of anti-psychotics; and explains what action concerned family members and friends can take if they are worried about someone who may be receiving these drugs. | £0.25 |
| IS38: Pain in Dementia | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) This information sheet lists the possible signs to look for and explains briefly how family members and friends can support someone with dementia who is experiencing pain. | £0.25 |
| WR4: Help with Council Tax | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) This information sheet explains how exemptions, discounts and disability reductions work, as well as describing the means tested council tax benefit system. | £0.25 |
| IS37:Private prescription of dementia drugs | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) This information sheet has been compiled to help those who may be denied NHS drug treatment and who are considering obtaining treatment privately. | £0.25 |
| IS36:Making decisions about future treatment | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) This information sheet looks at the best ways for you to say how you would and would not like to be treated when you are unable to decide for yourself. | £0.25 |
| IS33: Healthy living with dementia | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) This information sheet is for people with early dementia who would like to know more about healthy living. It will also be of interest to carers of people with dementia. | £0.25 |
| IS35: Genetics and dementia | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) This information sheet outlines the present state of knowledge about the inherited risk of dementia. | £0.25 |
| IS34 Celebrating the festive season with someone who has dementia | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) This information sheet is aimed at carers of people with dementia, whether they are caring at home, planning a visit from a person with dementia, or caring for a person who now lives in a care home. | £0.25 |
| IS32: Stem cell research and animal research in dementia | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) Some people feel very strongly one way or the other about stem cell or animal research. Many more feel they lack the information to come to an informed opinion. This information sheet gives an explanation of each type of research, as it is used in dementia, and looks at the issues. | £0.25 |
| IS31: Alcohol-related brain damage | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS30: Neuroleptic drugs for the treatment of behavioural symtoms of people with dementia | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS29: Direct payments | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS26: When people with dementia walk - guide for carers | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS25: Driving and dementia | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS24: Continence management - advice for carers | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS23: Solicitors specialising in adults with incapacity/mental health | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS22: Complaints - what to do when you're not happy with a service | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS21: Vascular dementia | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS20: Ebixa (memantine): drug treatment for Alzheimer's disease | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS19: Free personal care and nursing care | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS18: Dementia with Lewy Bodies | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS17: Reminyl (galantamine hydrobromide): drug treatment for Alzheimer's disease | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS15: Community care and assessments | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS14: Exelon (rivastigmine): drug treatment for Alzheimer's disease | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS12: Anti-inflammatory drugs and Alzheimer's Disease | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS11: Aricept (donepezil hydrochloride): drug treatment for Alzheimer's Disease | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS9: Travel & holidays | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) This information is for people with dementia who are considering travelling alone and for carers of people with dementia. It covers practical information about how to cope with travelling if you have dementia, and what to consider if you are a carer. Useful addresses and telephone numbers are given towards the end. | £0.25 |
| IS8: Drugs during dementia | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS7: Safety in the home | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS6: Understanding and dealing with challenging behaviour | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS5: Personal care | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS2 Communicating with the person with dementia | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) | £0.25 |
| IS16: Dementia facts | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) This information sheet aims to provide introductory information for people who are interested in finding out about dementia, such as people with a diagnosis of dementia and their families, students, journalists and health care professionals. | £0.25 |
| IS28: Sexuality and dementia | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) This information sheet is for people with dementia, their carers and their families. It looks at sexuality and intimacy when someone with dementia is living at home. | £0.25 |
| IS27: Alzheimer's Disease | (UK p & p free - elsewhere e-mail shopping@alzscot.org first) This information sheet is for people with early Alzheimer’s disease who want to know more about their illness, and for carers of people at any stage of the illness. It includes medical information about the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, and practical information for carers. | £0.25 |
