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Dementia guide

This guide has information for people with dementia and their families and friends.

Top tasks in Dementia guide

  • About dementia

    Find out what dementia is, including what causes it, if it can be prevented and how it's treated

  • Symptoms and diagnosis

    Find out about the main symptoms of dementia, how to get diagnosed and what to do if you've been diagnosed

  • Living with dementia

    Advice about how to live well with dementia, including information if you look after someone with dementia

  • Care and support

    Information about care homes, NHS care, social services, financial support and legal issues