Getting a Diagnosis
Memory Assessment Service
You, your GP or a friend, relative or carer may have noticed that your memory might be worse than it used to be. You may also be having difficultly with speech, or with daily tasks such as cooking, dressing, washing or remembering words. Your GP or health professional can make a referral into the Memory Assessment Service if you have concerns.
The Memory Assessment Service is a dementia diagnostic clinic, comprising of Psychiatrists and Nurses, that has access to neuropsychological testing and neuroimaging.
For further details about the assessment visit:
For more information
For more information about Memory Services, visit:
Memory services - Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
What to expect at your memory appointment.
For more information about CMHT, visit the Older Adult Community Mental Health Teams webpage.
Useful Info
This checklist is a downloadable PDF document for you to print at home...
Showering
As people develop dementia they often resist getting into a shower or bath. My suggestion is to investigate hand grabs which can have suction pads or be fitted permanently.
VAT Relief
VAT relief may be available when buying goods and services that are "designed solely for disabled people" However in the case of say a shower HMRC accept that the shower will also be used by other members of the household and their advice is to complete the eligibility declaration form that is on their internet site and speak to your supplier/installer.
Council Tax Band Reduction for Disabilities
If you have modifications to your house completed to accommodate the needs of someone within the household who has a disability you can apply to your local council for a council tax band reduction.
If you qualify, your bill will be reduced to the next lowest Council Tax band. For example, if your property is in Band D, you will pay the Band C rate.
If your home is already in the lowest Band (Band A), you will get a 17% discount on your Council Tax bill instead.
You will have to show that you have one or more of the following reasons for your application:-
(i) A room which is predominately used by and required for meeting the needs of the disabled person.
ii) A second bathroom or kitchen required for meeting the needs of the disabled person.
(1) A wheelchair used indoors by the disabled person.
The property must be the main home of at least one disabled person. This can be an adult or a child - it does not have to be the person responsible for paying the Council Tax.
Guidance is available on:
https://www.gov.uk/council-tax/discounts-for-disabled-people.
Together with a link to your council's application form
Dental Care Services available if you can no longer attend your dental practice
Community Dental Care.
This is secondary dental care for patients who cannot be seen in general practice. This covers a number of conditions including dementia. Patients are seen at an NHS Hospital, specialist health centres or mobile clinics.
Or the dentists working in the community come to your home to provide care.
Details of the local community dental service can be obtained from the local primary care organisation (England), the local health board (Wales) the dental practice board (National Services Scotland) or the local trust (Northern Ireland).
Domiciliary Dental Care
This is where a general dental practitioner has an NHS contract to visit patients in their own home when they cannot visit the practice in person. This is not available throughout the UK.
Registering Lasting Power Of Attorney (LPA) If they were registered before 2007 they were called Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA)
The person with dementia will gradually lose their ability to manage their finances and potentially their healthcare.
The person with dementia needs to approve and sign the form so it is essential to broach the subject well before they lose the power to understand and as in our case physically sign the form.
There are two types:- "Lasting Power of Attorney (property and financial affairs) and Lasting Power of Attorney (health and welfare)
If you do it yourself there is a registration fee of £82 each, but people often choose to do it through their solicitor who will naturally charge an additional fee.
I WOULD STRONGLY RECOMMEND YOU LOOK INTO THIS AS SOON AS YOU FEEL ABLE.
https://www.gov.uk/power-of-attorney
GUIDANCE 2 continued to GUIDANCE 6 - ARE AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET SITE
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Make a difference with a donation you are helping us to help others. Your generous donations help us continue our vital work in supporting individuals living with dementia and their carers. Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a significant impact on the lives of those in need.
Become a Partner
Together, we can create a more inclusive and supportive environment for those living with dementia and their carers.
Collaborate with us to create meaningful partnerships that benefit individuals living with dementia and their carers. Together, we can make a greater impact and provide enhanced support to those in need.
Join us in our mission to build a compassionate community that empowers and uplifts individuals affected by dementia.
Past Examples Corporate sponsorship ideas...
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Sponsor a Service: Businesses can sponsor a support session, a carer event, or a wellbeing pack.
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Charity of the Year: Encourage local companies to nominate the charity as their chosen cause.
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Round-Up at Checkout: Partner with local retailers to let customers round up purchases in support.
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Employee Fundraising Matches: Encourage companies to match their employees’ donations.
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Corporate Volunteer Days: Invite teams to volunteer time, then share their impact via social media (good PR for the business too).
Help With Fundraising
Together, We Care.
By supporting us, you're helping neighbours, friends, and families affected by dementia. Your generosity keeps our services running and our community connected.
Your fundraiser could help us provide vital support to individuals living with dementia and their carers. Every contribution—no matter the size—makes a real and lasting impact. With your help, we can continue to offer the care, connection, and comfort that so many rely on.
Past Examples of fundraiser ideas...
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Sponsored Walk/Run/Bike Ride: Simple, classic, and adaptable to all ages.
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Bake Sale or Coffee Morning: Held at community centres, schools, or local businesses.
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"Give it Up" Challenge: Participants get sponsored to give up something for a month—like chocolate, alcohol, or screen time!
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Charity Quiz Night: With a small entry fee and prizes donated by local businesses.
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"Memory Miles" Campaign: People donate to walk/run a set distance in memory of someone affected by dementia.
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