Welcome to the February issue of the JIP e-bulletin.
The bulletin is here to showcase examples of excellence and good practice in the region.
In this issue we focus on dementia and what is being done to support people with the condition, their families and carers.
The term 'dementia' describes symptoms that occur when the brain is affected by specific diseases and conditions; there are over 100 different types including Alzheimer's.
The government's National Dementia Strategy provides a framework for joint working between health and social services to deliver improvements in care. Emphasis is on assisting people to live fulfilling, healthy and dignified lives.
Currently 700,000 people with dementia live in the UK; it's predicted over one million will have the condition by 2025.
With good care, support and understanding, advancement of the disease can be slowed down and the quality of life improved. At the heart of improving care are the attitudes and approaches adopted by care providers.
Last month, Sir Michael Parkinson published a report on his year as the nation's Dignity Ambassador - a role he took on following the death of his mother who had dementia - as part of the Dignity in Care Campaign. He points to strong leadership as key to good quality care. We include a report on his observations.
We bring you several examples of local and health authorities leading the way, both regionally and nationally, in providing appropriate and innovative services.
The JIP welcomes feedback from readers on how to improve the bulletin. Send your ideas and information for inclusion in future issues to cathrinalouis@btinternet.com.
Tony Oakman
Director of adult social care, health and communities
Stoke-on-Trent City Council
ADASS Lead for Dementia
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