South West businesses, universities and local authorities are just a few of the organisations who have joined forces to raise awareness of Dementia and to improve the lives of those living with the disorder.
Some of the good work includes setting up cafes, singing and activity groups, becoming a Dementia Action Alliance, attending Dementia Friends awareness sessions and much more....
The challenges facing rural communities in tackling dementia are to be investigated by a specialist task force commissioned by Prime Minister David Cameron.
The group will explore how individuals with dementia, their carers and families can be better supported in their own communities and look at ways business and public bodies can improve their dementia strategies.
The wilds of Antarctica might seem an unlikely place to conduct research into dementia. But academics from Plymouth University are hoping the physical and mental challenges faced by polar explorer Antony Jinman could prove a valuable tool in their work with the condition.
Antony, the University’s own explorer-in-residence, will be following in the footsteps of another Plymothian,...
A dementia expert at Plymouth University has welcomed news that scientists may have taken the first steps in finding a treatment for conditions such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
A study published on Wednesday 10 October in the journal Science Transitional Medicine claimed that researchers had managed to halt brain cell death in mice.
An innovative team from Derriford Hospital in Plymouth will be showcasing a mobile app, designed to help clinicians assess patients with possible dementia, in the House of Commons today (Thursday 5 September).
Dr Rupert Noad, Consultant Neuropsychologist from Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust and Dr Craig Newman, Research Clinical Psychologist from the Plymouth University Peninsula Schools...
The nation’s political leaders are being given a unique opportunity to see for themselves how cutting edge technology could transform the lives of those affected by dementia.
Academics from Plymouth University, and partners across the health and charity sectors, are holding an interactive exhibition in the Houses of Commons to show how high-tech developments can improve the diagnosis...
Three services at Plymouth City Council are to get awards for their dementia work.
Joint Commissioning and Adult Social Care, the Library Service and the Arts and Heritage Service will be presented with certificates by the Plymouth Dementia Action Alliance at an event on Friday 2 August in recognition of the work carried out in Plymouth towards making the city ‘dementia friendly’....
Plymstock Library is hosting a dementia awareness event on Friday 28 June.
The event, which will run from 11am to 2pm, will be a chance to learn about dementia and mental wellbeing and find out how to keep both mind and body active.
Local organisations including the Alzheimer’s Society, Plymouth Mind and the Council’s Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery will be on hand to give advice and information about support services and activities on offer.
If you’re interested in supporting people with dementia, the Royal Voluntary Service will also be promoting volunteer...
Plymstock Library is hosting a dementia awareness event on Friday 28 June.
The event, which will run from 11am to 2pm, will be a chance to learn about dementia and mental wellbeing and find out how to keep both mind and body active.
Local organisations including the Alzheimer’s Society, Plymouth Mind and the Council’s Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery will be on hand to give...
Plymouth is set to become the country’s first dementia friendly university, furthering its commitment to improving the lives of those affected by the condition
A strategy is now being implemented which is designed to make staff and students more aware of the condition and the needs of those with it.
This will initially involve specialist training being provided for managers and...
