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This edition contains some useful information about care homes and 'continuing care'.
Dr Helen Murphy Consultant Clinical Geneticist described what is known about the clinical genetics of frontotemporal lobar degeneration.
Margaret Reid and her daughter explain how they gained continuing NHS healthcare for their loved one who suffers from semantic dementia
Occupational therapist and Caregiver Sarah Page gives advice on dealing with challenging behaviours.
Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist Dr Gillian Moss explains the changing role of Psychiatrists in dementia care.
Occupational therapist and Caregiver Sarah Page gives advice on dealing with challenging behaviours.
An open discussion addressing the direction of the group, ideas for future meetings, and a carer Q & A session.
Factiction Film documentary makers Lee Pearse and Anthony Graham report on their latest project and discuss new ideas with the group.
Solicitors from Irwin Mitchell give legal advice on the Mental Capacity Act, Lasting Power of Attorney, Court of Protection, and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.
Minutes from an open discussion on community support, daycare, and telling others about the diagnosis.
Consultant Neuropsychologist Dr Julie Snowden explains the behavioural symptoms of FTD and SD, providing practical hints and answers to carers' questions.
Senior Neuropathologist Professor Mann describes Manchester's contributions to dementia research, explaining how patients and carers play an integral role.
An open discussion to share ideas and information: includes details of a respite care scheme and an overview of the National Dementia Strategy.
Minutes from an open discussion meeting including general details of the group, ideas for changes, and useful information for carers.
Dr Jill Brennan, Counsellor Consultant in Clinical Psychology, provides advice on the mental health issues carers can face, such as coping with grief and loss.
Consultant Neurologist Dr Anna Richardson describes potential physical problems in FTD and SD and provides answers to carers' questions.
Occupational Therapist Barbara Hatton provides advice on driving and dementia.
Solicitor Margaret Seed gives a simple outline of personal welfare decisions under the new Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Two members of the group share their own experiences of caring for a loved one.
Solicitor Margaret Seed summarises changes in the law from Enduring Power of Attorney to Lasting Power of Attorney.
Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist Dr Russell Sheldrick provides a theoretical and practical approach to coping with challenging behaviours.
Consultant Neuropsychologist Dr Julie Snowden explains the behavioural symptoms of FTD and SD, providing some practical hints and answers to carers'’ questions.
Consultant Neurologist Professor Neary gives a scientific overview of symptoms in FTD and SD and describes some recent genetic discoveries.
Consultant Neurologist Dr Anoop Varma explains why scans are useful in diagnosing dementia.
Citizens Advice Bureau Case Worker Caroline Davies offers advice on the financial implications of residential and respite care.
Minutes from an open discussion meeting including a summary of the development of the group and feedback from our members.
Speech and Language Therapist Jackie Kindell explains communication difficulties in FTD and SD and gives advice on practical coping strategies.
A bumper edition: Carer Support Worker Joan Martin gives advice on legal rights, support in the community, and benefits for carers; and Consultant Neurologist Dr Anna Richardson describes potential physical problems in FTD and SD.
Solicitor Margaret Seed offers legal advice on Enduring Power of Attorney and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Consultant Neuropsychologist Dr Julie Snowden explains the behavioural symptoms of FTD and SD, providing some practical hints.
Consultant Neurologist Professor Neary gives an overview of symptoms in FTD and SD.
Solicitor Margaret Seed provides an introduction to the topic of Enduring Power of Attorney.
A welcome introduction: the aims of the CFU carer support group.