Recognising the symptoms of dementia can help you seek an early diagnosis, meaning you can put in place the advice, information and support you need as early as possible.
- Memory loss
- Difficulty concentrating
- Finding it hard to carry out familiar every day tasks
- Struggling to follow a conversation, or find the right word
- Being confused about the time or the place
- Mood changes
For more information about the symptoms of dementia click here
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If you, or someone close to you, is experiencing dementia, the following support services may be available.
Occupational therapy provides support to people whose health prevents them from doing the activities that matter to them.
Call Care provides low cost emergency alarm and response service for disable and vulnerable people living in Gateshead.
CEA Cinema Card provides a complimentary ticket for someone accompanying them.
Community Care Needs Assessment is provided by your local authority.
Community Dental Service provides a service for those who have difficulty in accessing general dental services
Concessionary Bus Pass is a pass available through the Nexus website
Concessionary Rail Card delivers 30% discount and is available through the National Rail website
Day Centres information can be found by contacting your local NHS or AgeUK Gateshead for more details
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