Resources
The Young Dementia Network has created a range of resources for people affected by young onset dementia as well as professionals, service providers and commissioners
Supporting implementation of the NICE guideline for young onset dementia
Designed to support implementation of the NICE dementia guideline, this resource sets out the tailored approach needed for younger people with dementia at key stages of diagnosis and support
Find out moreGood practice guide
Shares the key findings and recommendations from the three-year long Angela Project research study, outlining good practice in young onset dementia and how to improve diagnosis and support for younger people with dementia
Find out moreKey needs videos
As part of The Angela Project, the team analysed what needs helpful services met which led to a set of eight needs that seem to be central to helpful support. We have created three short films to highlight these key areas
Find out moreGuide for GPs
Endorsed by the Royal College of GPs, this diagnostic guide is designed to support GPs to identify the most common signs and symptoms of young onset and rarer forms of dementia
Find out moreGP surgery leaflet
A leaflet suitable for use in GP surgery waiting rooms, designed to raise awareness and share organisations that can offer support and information about young onset dementia
Find out moreDiagnostic clinic leaflet
A leaflet, ideal for use in memory clinics and diagnostic services, to inform newly diagnosed people of the national organisations who may be able to offer support and information
Find out moreDiagnosis experience checklists
For use by people who may have young onset dementia and their family members and professionals, they sets out the experience a person should expect during the process of assessment and diagnosis
Find out morePersonal checklist
For anyone who has concerns about signs and symptoms of young onset dementia. A checklist which can be used to record symptoms a person may be experiencing and aid a discussion with a GP
Find out moreYoung onset ID cards
ID cards designed for a person living with young onset dementia and their family members and supporters to use when out and about
Find out moreYoung onset dementia group guidance
Age-appropriate support is lacking in many parts of the country. We are very keen to encourage people to set up groups for the under 65 age group so have created this guidance document to help you set up and run a successful young onset dementia group
Find out moreDementia advisor guidance
This guidance is primarily for dementia advisors / support workers and key workers who may not usually support an individual under the age of 65 years old affected by dementia
Find out moreYoung onset dementia pathway
The pathway brings together the experience of people affected by young onset dementia and the people who work with and support them in a set of recommendations which are designed to guide policy makers, commissioners and practitioners in designing and delivering services
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