Living Well With Dementia After Diagnosis Bilingual Information Pack
A free bilingual pack providing information for people in Wales that have been newly diagnosed with dementia is now available online.
The pack, entitled "Byw yn dda gyda dementia ar ôl diagnosis" / "Living well with dementia after diagnosis", is easy to use and is broken down into sections that signpost people towards health and social care services, local services and other third sector agencies that offer support.
Individual information sheets from the pack can be downloaded for free from the Living well with dementia after diagnosis page on the Alzheimer’s Society website.
The pack has been developed by Alzheimer's Society following the receipt of a grant from the Welsh Government.
As part of the National Dementia Vision for Wales, the Welsh Government has committed to improving information on dementia by:
- Developing bilingual information packs for people diagnosed with dementia, their families, friends and carers
- Creating a dedicated dementia information helpline for Wales
- Extending the Welsh Government's Book Prescription Scheme to include dementia care
Dementia Information Liaison Officer for Alzheimer's Society Cheryl Williams said: "A diagnosis of dementia may come as a shock and you may need some reassurance and support as there is much that can be done in the early stages that can help make life easier and more enjoyable.
"The pack is easy to use and is broken down into sections that signpost you towards health and social care services, local services and other third sector agencies that can support you.’"
If you have concerns about Alzheimer's disease or about any other form of dementia, Alzheimer's Society National Dementia Helpline 0300 222 1122 can provide information, support, guidance and signposting to other appropriate organisations.
The Helpline is usually open from 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday and Saturday and Sunday 10am - 4pm.
