NewsFormer First Minister launches advanced dementia care report Former First Minister, Henry McLeish launches advanced dementia care report to address unfair costs of care
NewsNew Scottish Government guidance on visiting in care homes Alzheimer Scotland responds to the Scottish Government’s announcement to recommence family visiting and communal activities for people living in Scotland’s care homes.
Policy reportDelivering Integrated Dementia Care: The 8 Pillars Model of Community This report sets out an integrated and comprehensive, evidence-based approach to supporting people with dementia living at home during the moderate to severe stages of the illness.
NewsScholarship launched to honour doctor who pioneered dementia care The University of the West of Scotland and the Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice have launched a new legacy scholarship focused on dementia care in honour of the late Dr Wendy Baxter M.B.E
Content PageLiving with dementia From getting a diagnosis, to getting support, to end of life, this section includes information and advice for anyone living with dementia, worried about their memory or caring for someone with dementia.
Content PageAlzheimer Scotland Dementia Nurse Consultants Report The report shows the importance of getting care right, against the costs at a human and resource level of getting this care wrong, as indicated by the number of people with dementia in acute hospitals.
NewsInspirational Patti Davis, 90, walks care home circuit daily for charity Inspirational Patti (90) is taking part in a virtual event and raising thousands for charity.
Content PageFor carers, by carers - a resilience project A series of booklets created by carers, sharing carers expereinces and knowledge.
OnlineCarers Link & Learn with tide webinars: Meaningful activities & connection when caring for someone with Dementia Alzheimer Scotland and tide are getting together to host a series of Carers Link and Learn Webinars.
Content PageResources for carers A selection of information and resources that can help carers, or family members, to caring for someone with dementia.
