Dementia

We recognise that hospital can be an unsettling environment for many people. This is often more difficult for people living with dementia. We want you and your relatives/carers to be treated with compassion, dignity, respect and understanding. Our aim is to promote the independence of people living with dementia and ensure you have full involvement in your care and treatment. Any decisions made will always be in your best interest.

We have introduced initiatives as part of our dementia strategy to make our staff more aware of the needs of patients who experience dementia, and support the needs of their families and carers. Our staff have been trained to involve carers as much as they can because they are a vital source of information and help in getting to know and understand the patient. Carers are encouraged to visit, to work with staff to ensure person-centered care. 

In order to offer you the best person centred care we want to know you better. Please ask a nurse for an “About Me” booklet which you can fill in to help us understand your preferences and develop an individualised care plan. If you already had a “This is Me” Alzheimer’s Society booklet please bring this in with you so we can take a photocopy.

If you have any concerns or worries please speak to a doctor or nurse taking care of you who will be happy to support you. We also have a dedicated specialist dementia team who can give you advice and support through your hospital journey. In addition we have ward based Dementia Champions, please ask the nurse in charge who this is on the ward you are on.

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