The Herbert Protocol
The Herbert Protocol is a national scheme that encourages carers, family and friends to provide and put together useful information, which can then be used in the event of a vulnerable person going missing.
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Herbert Protocol | Gloucestershire ConstabularyCoronavirus: Information for people affected by dementia
Living with dementia at any time brings everyday challenges for the person and those around them. Coronavirus is making daily life much harder. You may feel anxious, scared or lonely. But you are not alone – help is available.
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www.alzheimers.org.ukCoronavirus – Caring for Someone with Dementia
Coronavirus – Caring for Someone with Dementia
Looking after someone with Dementia during the Coronavirus pandemic may be challenging.
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Information for family/friends supporting someone with dementia (PDF)Dementia Choir – Gloucester
A warm environment for socialising, singing and celebrating music, old and new music can help ease anxiety and disorientation, reduce isolation, unlock memories and feelings, and help people regain their sense of identity.
At The Gloucester Dementia Choir we aim to help create a profound feeling of being ‘connected’ through the power of music, and to improve well-being.
Date
Every Friday at 11am.
Place
Gloucestershire Academy of Music, 31 Barbican Rd, Gloucester GL1 2JF
Phone
07970 152458
Email
Glos.Dchoir@gmail.comHelp at Home Bracelets
Telecare as part of their assessment may also be able to offer a ‘help me home’ bracelet – this is a silicone bracelet that has a contact number for a helpline and a reference id that a person with dementia can show someone. The reference id then links to that individuals records and contacts.
To make a referral for one of the Telecare Help Me Home ID bracelets he would need to go through the Adult Help Desk. Either call 01452 426868 or complete the online referral form.
If someone is not eligible for telecare (you require more than just the need for the bracelet – Adult Social Care can advise) then they can be purchased privately, one option is:
www.theidbandco.com/Medical-Bracelet-with-ClaspDementia Information
If you are worried about your or a loved one’s memory please book an appointment with a GP where a memory assessment will be done and the relevant blood tests requested so that a referral to the memory team can be made.
The information sheet by One Gloucestershire is intended to give a general overview of support services for people with dementia and carers of people with dementia.
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Dementia Information Sheet (PDF)Priority Services
In an emergency when power/water/ phone lines are disabled if an individual joins the priority services register and they have a care / health need they will be prioritised to get back on line/ get emergency support.
Western Power
www.westernpower.co.uk/priority-services
BT
I rely on my service and need it repaired urgently | BT Help
Most Gas suppliers have a priority register as does the water board.Alzheimer’s Society
Alzheimer’s Society is the only UK charity that campaigns for change, funds research to find a cure and supports people living with dementia today.
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www.alzheimers.org.ukDementia & Domestic Abuse
Domestic abuse is defined by power and control. Understanding domestic abuse in the context of dementia can be complex.
Leaflet
View the PDF leaflet for more information (PDF)