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      Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a set of symptoms and behaviours that occur when the brain stops working properly. This results in loss of independent function for that person.

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      This page will help you to find local services in relation to dementia quickly and efficiently.

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      These rooms are for people who would like to know more about products and devices which can help manage memory difficulties.

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      The National Intellectual Disability Memory Service is committed to improving the early detection of dementia in people with an intellectual disability and offering post-diagnostic supports.

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      Within communities people are taking action, big and small steps that make a difference in the everyday lives of people with dementia. Find out what actions you can take and the supports available.

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      Businesses or service providers can make a big difference to the quality of life of people with dementia and their families. Find out what actions you can take and the supports available.

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      A community champion inspires others to make a positive difference to people living with dementia and their families. Find out how you can become a community champion and the supports available.

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      How to diminish the risk factors and reduce the risk of developing dementia.

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Developing Integrated Personalised Supports for People with Dementia Part 3: Recommendations based on learning from the implementation of a programme across eight sites in Ireland (2019)
07/10/2019
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Supporting Older People with Complex Needs at Home: Report 2: What Works for People with Dementia? (2018)
07/10/2019
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Supporting Older People with Complex Needs at Home: Report 1: Evaluation of the HSE Intensive Home Care Package Initiative (2018)
07/10/2019
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Dementia Specific Services in the Community: Mapping Public and Voluntary Services (2017)
24/09/2019
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Evaluation of the Alzheimer Society of Ireland Dementia Adviser Service Report (2018)
20/09/2019
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Personalised Psychosocial Supports and Care for People with Dementia in the Community (2018)
20/09/2019
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Proceedings from the Dementia Research Knowledge Exchange Event Department of Health, 30 April 2019
20/09/2019
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The impact of a national public awareness campaign on dementia knowledge and help-seeking intention in Ireland (2019)
13/09/2019
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National Dementia Strategy Mid-Term Review (2018)
29/03/2019
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Dementia-Post-diagnostic-Support-Literature Review (2019)
07/03/2019
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