Reading List

A selected reading list to support and extend learning from Dementia Awareness for GP Reception and Care Navigation Staff.

Sources cover dementia symptoms and diagnosis, guidance for carers, GP practice support, and accessible communication.

Dementia Guidance

• NHS - Dementia symptoms and diagnosis
  Information on common dementia symptoms, the diagnostic pathway and next steps.
  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/dementia/symptoms-and-diagnosis/

• NICE - Dementia: assessment, management and support
  Guideline on assessing dementia, managing symptoms and arranging support for people living with dementia and their carers.
  https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng97

• SIGN - Dementia guideline
  Scottish guideline on assessment, diagnosis, care and support for people with dementia and their carers.
  https://www.sign.ac.uk/guidelines/assessment-diagnosis-care-and-support-for-people-with-dementia-and-their-carers/

Carers and GP Support

• NHS - Looking after someone with dementia
  Practical information and support options for carers of people living with dementia.
  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/dementia/living-with-dementia/looking-after-someone/

• Alzheimer's Society - Support and services from the GP
  How GP practices can support people with dementia and their carers, including services they may offer.
  https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-support/help-with-dementia-care/support-services-gp

• Alzheimer's Society - GP appointments when you have dementia
  Practical advice for arranging and managing GP appointments when someone has dementia.
  https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-support/help-with-dementia-care/tips-dementia-going-see-gp

Access and Communication

• Accessible Information Standard implementation guidance
  NHS England guidance on identifying and meeting communication and information needs.
  https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/accessible-information-standard-implementation-guidance/

• How to improve care navigation in general practice
  NHS England guidance on improving care navigation and access processes in GP practices.
  https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/how-to-improve-care-navigation-in-general-practice-2/