Dementia

What is Dementia?

Dementia is a syndrome (a group of related symptoms) associated with an ongoing decline of brain functioning. There are many different causes of dementia, and many different types. It can affect the way you speak, think, feel and behave. It's important to remember that dementia is not a natural part of ageing.

At the practice..

We have two 'Dementia Champions' (Jessica and Tiffany) who receive regular training and updates.

BIADS - Barnsley Dementia Support

A charitable organisation in the Barnsley area, formed to provide support for those who have any form of dementia and their families and friends.

BIADS - more information

01226 280057

Dementia Friends

A Dementia Friend is somebody that learns about dementia so they can help their community. Too many people affected by dementia feel that society fails to understand the condition they live with. Dementia Friends help by raising awareness and understanding, so that people living with dementia can continue to live in the way they want. Dementia Friends is open to anyone who wants to help people with dementia in their community.

Dementia Friends - more information

Become a Dementia Friend

The Herbert Protocol

People with dementia can sometimes start to wander. This might only be into the garden or street for a short time, but sometimes people get lost and go missing. The Herbert Protocol is an initiative for missing people living with dementia. It is intended to speed up and simplify the response of the Police and other agencies when an individual is reported missing, ensuring that the right information is readily available so that the search can be targeted appropriately. Carers, family or friends of a vulnerable person, or the person themselves, can fill in a Herbert Protocol form in advance, containing information to help the police if the person goes missing.

The Herbert Protocol - more information

Herbert Protocol Form SYP

Published on 28 January 2025