Dementia
If you are concerned that a family member has dementia, the first step is to arrange for them to see a GP. You can find some useful information on the NHS website.
The word dementia describes a set of symptoms that may include memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving or language. Dementia is caused when the brain is damaged by diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease or a series of strokes. Dementia is progressive, which means the symptoms will gradually get worse.
The SUN Network and NHS are looking for your feedback around dementia to help improve support.
If you or someone you care for are on the waiting list for a memory clinic appointment, or have a diagnosis of dementia - they would like to hear from you.
They want to ask specific questions to people in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough about their experiences of the journey of getting a diagnosis of dementia. This information will be anonymously shared with the NHS, who are looking to improve the current care and support that is available for people who are waiting for or have a diagnosis of dementia.
You can either complete the survey
or contact Rachel who will be happy to meet with you or have a phone call to chat:
Email - rachel.nightingale@sunnetwork.org.uk -
Telephone - 07521 993 364
The Dementia Resource Centre
Peterborough Dementia Resource Centre is a community-based service for people with dementia, their families, and carers or maybe worried about their memory. It provides a calming environment specifically designed around people with dementia. People using the Dementia Resource Centre can access health and some third sector organisations under one roof.
The Dementia Resource Centre is open between 9.30-4.30 Monday - Friday
Contact the centre
To contact the centre you can email peterborough@alzheimers.org.uk or call 01733 865710 (Monday to Friday from 9am to 4.30pm).
Support available
There is a wide range of support available in Peterborough for people with dementia, including dementia advisers, dementia cafés, activities, information and peer support.
- Alzheimer's Society Dementia Resource Centre - we commission the Alzheimer's Society to run a resource centre on our behalf. The service offers advice, information, and support to any resident affected by dementia in Peterborough
- This is me - this tool, provided by the Alzheimer's Society, is for people with dementia receiving professional care. The tool is to be used to tell staff about their needs, preferences, likes, dislikes and interests, enabling health and social care professionals to see the person as an individual and deliver person -centred care tailored to the individual's needs
- Dementia Connect - If you are affected by dementia, worried about a diagnosis or a carer, trained staff are ready to give you the support you need.
Tel: 0333 150 3456
Opening hours: Mon to Weds: 9am – 8pm, Thurs and Fri: 9am – 5pm, Sat and Sun: 10am – 4pm
What to expect from health and care services
A guide to the support people should get from local services in England if they or someone they know have been diagnosed with dementia.
Assistive Technology
Whilst not a solution for everyone, technology, such as telecare or apps, can work in a variety of ways to empower and support independence, manage risks, improve health and be enjoyable. The overarching principle of assistive technology must ensure that it is in the individual's best interests.
The Alzheimer's Society publish assistive technology sheets that outline the main issues facing people living at home, and recommend technology which could help. Their web pages on assistive technology also have lots more information.
Applying for a blue badge
You can now apply online for a blue badge. This article on Blue Badges written by the Alzheimer's Society explains the criteria for people with dementia and how to fill out an application for yourself or someone you care for.
The Peterborough Dementia Network is a chance to come together with professionals from all sectors across Peterborough and surrounding areas that are involved in providing a service to support people affected by Dementia.
The purpose being to improve the lives for those affected by dementia by becoming a community that’s is dementia inclusive.
If you would like to know more or how you can get involved, please contact peterborough@alzheimers.org.uk
This form can be used by professionals to refer people to Alzheimer’s Society dementia services. On receipt the person referred will be contacted to discuss their needs.
This form is for professionals only, if YOU are affected by dementia and need support for yourself or someone you know, you can use the Local service finder to search for support services near you. Alternatively call the Dementia Support Line on 0330 150 3456.
Please note a referral is not necessary for accessing support with the Dementia Resource Centre.
Here are some things you can do to help stop people with dementia going missing, and help find them if they do.
The information is published on the Cambridgeshire Constabulary website.
View the Cambridgeshire Constabulary Advice for carers of people with dementia at risk of going missing web page.