Content Page Statistics Information noting the difference between prevalence and incidence rates of dementia in Scotland.
Content Page Scotland's National Dementia Strategy The third strategy develops and builds on the work of the first and second strategies (2010-2013 & 2013-16). It continues to focus on diagnosis, post-diagnostic support and care co-ordination in the community, whilst looking at support for people with advanced dementia.
Content Page 5 Pillar Model of Post Diagnostic Support Every person with a diagnosis of dementia in Scotland is entitled to one year of Post Diagnostic Support. The 5 Pillars Model provides a framework for people living with dementia, their families and carers to live as well as possible with dementia and prepare for the future.
Content Page 8 Pillars Model of Community Support An approach to supporting people with dementia living at home, during the moderate to severe stages of the illness
Content Page Advanced Dementia Practice Model An approach to responding to the most complex phase of dementia.
Content Page Transforming specialist dementia hospital care A report, produced by Alzheimer Scotland and commissioned by Scottish Government, putting forward key proposals as to how we can improve the experience and quality of support for those individuals requiring specialist dementia care.
Content Page Fair Dementia Care A report highlighting the inequalities people living with advanced dementia face, in terms of accessing health care, and recommendations to reform current experiences.
Content Page Have your say Find out how you can get involved in campaigning activities to improve the lifes of people living with dementia, their carers and family members.
Content Page Rights based approach to dementia This service has been incorporated into the National Dementia Advisory Service. How Alzheimer Scotland develops its policy priorities.
