A study conducted by Oxford University researchers reveals that the cost of dementia across 15 western European countries came up to £165 billion in 2007.
The October 2011 edition of the Brain Waves newsletter is available to download from the Innovations in Dementia website.
We have begun work to develop an interactive map of memory services, cafés and groups in the South West.
This independent directory, developed by Andy Francis, enables anyone to locate a Memory café or Alzheimer’s café in the UK by region or county.
This guidance written by David Light and Jim Delves explains what a memory café is and offers tips on how to set up and deliver one.
Yeovil District Hospital is focussing on the care it gives to people with dementia and is running a musical project to enhance the way patients are cared for.
People and organisations wanting to engage and consult with people with dementia will soon benefit from a new ‘what works’ resource pack.
We have published guidance to support commissioners to better understand workforce planning and development issues that may impact staff working with people with dementia and their carers and families.
By April 2014, everyone who is eligible for NHS Continuing Healthcare will have the right to ask for a personal health budget including a direct payment.
NHS South of England officially came into effect on 3rd October 2011. It is made up of three former strategic health authorities NHS South Central, NHS South East Coast and NHS South West.