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Dementia and Nutrition

WEBFirst Port of Call GPs and public health nurses are a good first port of call for useful advice on improving protein and calorie intake. Sometimes, they will refer the person with …

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What is dementia

WEBDementia is an umbrella term used to describe a set of symptoms and behaviours that occur when the brain stops working properly. This results in loss of independent function …

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Travelling and holidays with Dementia

WEBTravel at the time of day that is best for the person with dementia. If flying, consider booking fast-track boarding to minimise stress, and avoid scheduling flights that require tight …

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Information on health services

WEBServices for people with dementia are provided by a range of people, health professionals and organisations across the Health Services. Depending on where you are in your …

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National Dementia Office

WEBThe National Dementia Office ( NDO) was established in 2015 in accordance with the launch of the National Dementia Strategy (2014). The NDO provides leadership at a …

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Training and resources

WEBDownload the resources from our publications section. Order resources from healthpromotion.ie. For more information about dementia, freephone helpline. 1800 341 …

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Staff Trained to Support People with Dementia how use their library

WEBTop 25 Dementia Books, as collated by Ireland’s Librarians and DSIDC. 100 Days to a Younger Brain by Dr Sabina Brennan: features details of 100 programmes …

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Understand Together Campaign

WEBUnderstand Together is one of six key elements of the National Dementia Strategy and has been made possible through a funding partnership between the State and The Atlantic …

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Carers, families and friends

WEBTechnology can give people with dementia help and support to remain independent, safe and socially engaged. Carers may find it offers them support and reassurance as well. …

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Memory Technology Resource Rooms

WEBThe Supportive Memory Guide is an eBook which aims to empower people living with dementia with practical tips and useful technologies. It covers a wide range of areas …

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Dementia Elevator training resources

WEBDementia Elevator training resources. In this section you will find links to free, online dementia awareness training for staff working in retail, transport and financial services. …

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Partners and supporters

WEBGet involved. Partners and supporters. This is an ambitious and wide ranging campaign. It involves a lot of different organisations co-operating to help people with dementia and …

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