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September 30th, 2024

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Can I still live on my own after diagnosis?

People do live by themselves with dementia, but over time you will need to call on others for support and help. That’s why doing some care planning now is useful. Help with care planning You can read more about care planning here . The organisations, below, can also help with future planning: Age UK – 0800 678 1602 Independent Age - 0800 319 6789 Dementia UK Helpline – 0800 888 6678 HousingCare.org – for looking up local services, including care homes and home services Carers UK https://www.carersuk.org/ Alzheimer’s Society https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-support or call 0333 150 3456 The Family Rights Group 0808 801 0366 Ask for a care needs assessment It would also be useful to request a care needs assessment from your local authority. You can do that here https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/social-care-and-support-guide/help-from-social-services-and-charities/getting-a-needs-assessment/ In the meantime there are things you can do to make living at home alone easier. Start by making your home more dementia friendly and getting into a routine . You’ll also find tips and advice on living independently, here .

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