Alzheimer's Society factsheet 425: How the GP can support a person with dementia (Alzheimer's Society factsheets)

How the GP can support a person with dementia is a factsheet from Alzheimer’s Society. This factsheet looks at the different forms of support available from a GP for a person with dementia. It is important that people with dementia have regular checkups with their GP and see hem as soon as possible if they develop any health concerns. It will be helpful to people in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

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Alzheimer’s Society is the UK’s leading support and research charity for people with dementia, their families and carers.They provide information and support to people with any form of dementia and their carers through their publications, National Dementia Helpline, website, and more than 2,000 local services. They campaign for better quality of life for people with dementia and greater understanding of dementia. They also fund an innovative programme of medical and social research into the cause, cure and prevention of dementia and the care people receive. For more information see www.alzheimers.org.uk