Post by Admin on Nov 25, 2017 10:22:32 GMT
What is dementia?
"The word ‘dementia’ refers to a group of symptoms that affect the brain (these include recognition, memory, language and planning), which deteriorate over time.
Alzheimer's and other dementia types affect more than 750,000 people in the UK, most of them older people. Here we explain the symptoms of dementia and why it's a good idea for your elderly relative or friend to see their GP if you're worried that they're suffering from memory loss.
On this page you can find out more about:
1. Signs of dementia
2. Types of dementia
3. Seeing the GP about dementia
4. Mild cognitive impairment
Dementia isn’t a disease and nor is it a natural part of ageing. It also isn’t usually inherited.
While the chances of developing dementia increase with age, the speed of deterioration varies according to the type of dementia as well as a person’s physical make-up, emotional resilience and prescribed medication.
If your loved one or relative has dementia, there’s a range of benefits they may be eligible for, including attendance allowance. Read our full guide to benefits and allowances for the elderly to find out more.
Assistive technology can also help people with dementia and there are plenty of telecare products available to help people stay independent for as long as possible. "
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"The word ‘dementia’ refers to a group of symptoms that affect the brain (these include recognition, memory, language and planning), which deteriorate over time.
Alzheimer's and other dementia types affect more than 750,000 people in the UK, most of them older people. Here we explain the symptoms of dementia and why it's a good idea for your elderly relative or friend to see their GP if you're worried that they're suffering from memory loss.
On this page you can find out more about:
1. Signs of dementia
2. Types of dementia
3. Seeing the GP about dementia
4. Mild cognitive impairment
Dementia isn’t a disease and nor is it a natural part of ageing. It also isn’t usually inherited.
While the chances of developing dementia increase with age, the speed of deterioration varies according to the type of dementia as well as a person’s physical make-up, emotional resilience and prescribed medication.
If your loved one or relative has dementia, there’s a range of benefits they may be eligible for, including attendance allowance. Read our full guide to benefits and allowances for the elderly to find out more.
Assistive technology can also help people with dementia and there are plenty of telecare products available to help people stay independent for as long as possible. "
www.which.co.uk/elderly-care/your-relatives-needs/dementia-and-other-memory-problems/342504-what-is-dementia?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social