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Types of Dementia

Dementia is a syndrome (a group of related symptoms) associated with an ongoing decline of brain functioning. There are many different causes of dementia, and many different types.
Types of Dementia
  • Alzheimer’s disease
  • Vascular dementia
  • Frontotemporal dementia
  • Mixed dementia
  • Lewy body dementia
  • Alcohol related brain damage
  • Young onset dementia
  • Huntington's disease
  • Parkinson's disease
Symptoms of Dementia
  • memory loss
  • thinking speed
  • mental sharpness and quickness
  • language, such as using words incorrectly, or trouble speaking
  • understanding
  • judgement
  • mood
  • movement
  • difficulties doing daily activities

https://www.dementiauk.org/understanding-dementia/types-and-symptoms/

Help and support for people with dementia
A person with dementia will usually need help from friends, relatives or carers.
Many people with mild-to-moderate dementia are able to stay in their own home and live well if they have adequate support. Being in familiar surroundings can help people cope better with their condition.
Dementia Care
Dementia care is about supporting you or a relative to identify the help and support you need using a holistic person centred care needs assessment approach and to implement this according to your needs, wishes and preferences.
Support we offer:
  • Assist with Personal Care
  • Helping with mobility
  • Nutrition and hydration
  • Medication support
  • Activities and social recreation
  • Liaising with your doctors and family members
 

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