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What is dementia?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Dementia is a neurological condition; this means that it is a physical one and that you can get help. This is not a normal part of ageing and people of all ages can develop dementia, although it is more common in older people.

Although there isn\u2019t a cure for dementia at the moment, getting a diagnosis as early as you can means that in some cases it could be slowed down and the person may be able to maintain normal function for longer. It also means that you can get the right support and help and prepare for the future, living a normal life for as long as possible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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As the type of dementia progresses, more brain cells will become damaged. This affects a person\u2019s thinking, behaviour, feelings and abilities. It may be mild at first but it will become worse (usually years) until the person needs help to do everyday activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There are over 100 types of dementia which can present with different symptoms. It is possible to have more than one type at a time; this is called \u2018mixed dementia\u2019.

Although a lot of time has been spent on research we haven\u2019t found a cure yet. But we now have medications that can help with some of the symptoms of the different types of dementia. We also now have more support available whether you are caring for someone with dementia or have been given a diagnosis yourself.

This page hopes to be able to provide you with information and resources which may be of assistance and signpost you to further resources.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Resources and Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Animated Videos<\/h2>
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A series of animated videos have been created by the teams behind the Communication & Interaction Training (CAIT) and Newcastle Model Series.

Although mainly aimed at care staff, family and friends of residents with dementia could also find them useful.

All videos take no longer than 10 minutes to watch, some are shorter:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meeting the needs of care home residents during COVID-19 (8 mins)<\/h2>
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This video explores ideas and examples of how care homes can try to meet care home residents needs during COVID-19.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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