This World Alzheimer’s Day we thank all our care workers who provide much needed support and breaks for families living with dementia. If you need our help we are here. Alongside Alzheimer’s Disease International we are encouraging people to ask questions and learn more about the condition.
- Every three seconds, someone in the world develops dementia
- Informal care hours for those living with dementia amass to 133 billion hours per year, equivalent to the workload of 67 million full-time workers
- 1 in 4 people believe that dementia is unpreventable
Dementia is not just a normal side effect of ageing. See the signs to look for and always ask questions of your GP or other healthcare professional if you are concerned. Take steps to reduce your risk of developing the condition. See the factsheets below for signs to look out for and measures to take.
