Alzheimer’s Society have an online learning resource covering why someone with a learning disability is more likely to develop dementia, and presents suggestions about how they can live well with the condition. Access the webpage here.
This document by the Mental Health Foundation and Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities (2018) is an attempt to work with policy makers and services to highlight the million+ people with learning disabilities who seem invisible in dementia policy, where their needs are barely mentioned. This document seeks to ensure people with learning disabilities have their … Read more
This resource by Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust will help you identify the early signs of dementia and Alzheimer’s in people with Down’s Syndrome. Download the PDF here.
‘Individuals with Down’s syndrome who develop Alzheimer’s dementia have epilepsy much more often than individuals who don’t have Alzheimer’s dementia.’ This resource by Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust covers different types of seizures, diagnosis and treatment. Download the PDF here.
This research article by Karen Dodd, Alick Bush and Alexandra Livesey (2015) introduces the QOMID, how it was developed and its practical implications. Instructions on how to use the QOMID can be downloaded here. The QOMID score sheet can be downloaded here. Download the research article here.
The British Psychological Society produced this resource in 2015 to provide guidance on the assessment, diagnosis, interventions and support of people with intellectual disabilities who develop dementia. It is for those working in clinical and social care and aims to improve quality of life for people with a learning disability who develop dementia. Download the … Read more
The National Dementia Action Alliance (NDAA) bought together 20 people in June 2017 to discuss the key issues and actions to be taken around supporting people affected by dementia and a learning disability. Read the NSAA’s one page of recommendations here.
The National Dementia Action Alliance (NDAA) bought together 20 people in June 2017 to discuss the key issues and actions to be taken around supporting people affected by dementia and a learning disability. Read the roundtable discussion notes here.
This resource by Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust explores different types of communication, how dementia impacts communication and what you can do to help. Download the PDF here.
Beyond Words has produced a book to help explain dementia and how a person with dementia can be supported to someone with a learning disability through pictures. By Beyond Words, 2013 You can buy a copy on their website.