Timely Diagnosis of Dementia
Receiving a timely diagnosis of dementia can enable you to gain access to support and resources for yourself and others, as well as maximise quality of life and allow for planning for the future. In some cases, the progress of the disease can be slowed, so people living with dementia may be able to maintain their mental function for longer.
A timely diagnosis of dementia enables people with dementia and their families to:
- Receive support to understand and adjust to the diagnosis
- Receive practical information, advice and guidance
- Get the proper treatment and support
- Take control and plan for the future to live well with dementia
- Plan ahead to make decisions on future health, care and support needs
- Make legal and financial arrangements – such as Power of Attorney
- Access support, aids and services to help you live as well as possible
- Access therapies and support groups in the community
- Access medicines and adaptations that can help manage dementia symptoms
- Live independently at home for longer
- Receive legal protection against discrimination and being treated unfairly at work
- Access support and services for carers
With early diagnosis, treatment and support, many people can continue to lead active and fulfilled lives.
Contact: Timely Diagnosis of Dementia
Tel: +44 20 79810880
Address: Alzheimer’s Disease International, 15 Blue Lion Place, London SE1 4PU
Email: info@alzint.org
Website: Importance of a timely diagnosis | Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI) (alzint.org)
