Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Nursing Service (NHS Western Isles)

The Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Nursing Service provides the following services:
* Post Diagnostic Support
* Memory Clinic.

If you, or a family member or friend are experiencing memory difficulties please contact your GP initially so they can give you a health check to rule out any treatable causes for the cognitive impairment.

The Post Diagnostic Support service offers support for people who have been newly diagnosed with dementia within the last 12 months. The service aims to help you self-manage symptoms, encourage independence and plan for the future. People usually stay with service for a year and a named worker will manage your case. It offers:

• education about dementia and particulars of subtype
• information and support to help you manage symptoms
• support to access support services within the community
• introduction to peer support
• monitoring of prescribed medications
• sign posting carers for support if appropriate
• access to psychological support
• referral to other health or social care supports if appropriate

Services Offered

Alzheimer's
Dementia

You should be offered referral to this service by your diagnosing clinician. If this has not been offered referral can be made by your GP, social worker or other health and social care professional.

Clinics can usually be offered at patient homes.

CONTACT:
Debbie MacRae
Community Mental Health Nurse Manager
Health Centre, Springfield Road, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, HS1 2PS
Tel. 01851 703069