Information, support and advice on dementia
Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of conditions associated with damage to the brain or brain cells (neuron). This means the brain cannot work as well as it should.
Dementia can affect your ability to remember, think and speak. It also affects how you feel and behave.
There are many types of dementia. These are some of the most common.
As you get older, you may find that memory loss becomes a problem. It’s normal for your memory to be affected by things like stress or tiredness.
But, dementia is not a normal part of the ageing process.
Memory loss:
People can, and do, live a good life with dementia for years. Because dementia is progressive and affects different people in different ways, it’s important to continue to do what matters to you.
Dementia can affect all aspects of a person’s life, as well as those around them. But, it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. There are many places to get advice and support.
There are many organisations that can help if you or someone else is affected by dementia. This includes:
You can get advice on dementia support groups through:
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