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Guides for carers
These guides are for anyone caring for a person with dementia. They are short, use plain words, and are listed in the order most families need them. Each one starts with the main points, so you can find what matters quickly. Start with the first guide, or go straight to the one you need.
Going to see a health worker?
Fill in our checklist to take to the health worker. It gives you a place to write down what you have noticed, and questions to ask. Print it and take it with you.
The guides, step by step
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Diagnosis
Signs of dementia
Changes to look out for, and what to do if you are worried.
Read the guide -
Diagnosis
Getting checked by a health worker
How to get help, what to bring, and what happens next.
Read the guide -
Support
What is dementia?
What dementia is, the main types, and who it affects.
Read the guide -
Support
Everyday care at home
Talking, daily routine, eating, safety and changes in behaviour.
Read the guide -
Support
Looking after yourself as a carer
Rest, sharing the care, and where to find support.
Read the guide
Need something we have not covered?
We want these guides to answer your real questions. If something is missing, tell us what would help. We use your ideas to decide which guides to write next. Email us at hello@mindalo.org.
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