World Alzheimer’s Day

World Alzheimer’s day is celebrated on 21 September 2024 and aims to create awareness of Alzheimer's disease, which is the most prevalent form of dementia; a set of disorders that disrupt mental function and impair daily function. Alzheimer's is responsible for somewhere between 60% to 80% of dementia cases. There are no prevention measures, and it has no cure; even the progression of the disease cannot be slowed. 

An early diagnosis helps individuals assess which support is right in order for them to live as well as possible, including treatments to help with symptoms, information to help you and others understand the changes you’re experiencing, and any benefits or legal protection you may be entitled to. Bhagwant, Saskia and Gina share their experiences and the benefits of getting a diagnosis in a short video – to watch,  click here. 

Alzheimer's Society can offer help and support – to contact, telephone 0333 150 3456. 

Alzheimer’s Society are also holding an online zoom information session for carers on 26 September, 12.00pm to 1.30pm. To reserve your place on a session and receive the joining link, click here or email crispseni@alzeimers.org.uk.

If you are a carer or know someone who is, the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust’s Carer Support Service is a central point of contact for carers who care for someone living in the South Eastern Trust area. If you would like a carer information booklet or would like more information or advice relating to your caring role, contact email: carer.support@setrust.hscni.net or telephone (028) 43721807. 

You can also join the Carer Register to receive updates about services, including support information from the Department of Health and SEHSCT, voluntary and community information, as well as carer events details. To access the form to register, click here. 

You can also access information and support from Carers NI – to access, click here.