GPs across Bury are taking a more active role in the diagnosis and care for patients living with dementia from this month onwards.

It is important that people with dementia have regular check-ups and seek support as soon as possible if they develop any health concerns. GPs across Bury have now received additional training to equip them to both diagnose and provide care of people living with dementia and provide support to their carers, ensuring care is both co-ordinated and closer to home.

To help assist and guide patients who have received a diagnosis, the NHS in Bury has created a new information booklet. The booklet provides a guide for people living with dementia and their carers, explaining the different types of dementia, advice on living with the condition and contact details of organisations that can provide further support to help the person living with dementia to have the best possible quality of life.

Local GP Dr Jeffrey Schryer from Whittaker Lane Medical Centre is the lead GP on Mental Health for Bury:
“Dementia is a priority in Bury, and we are committed to improving the diagnosis and care of people living with the condition.

“Timely diagnosis and support can enhance the quality of life of people living with dementia and that of their carers. It’s a really important step forward that GPs will be the first port of call in dementia diagnosis and planning care.”

“The new booklet will help people to access the right information and support.”

Download and print the booklet here.

For more ore information about living well with dementia, visit www.nhs.uk/conditions/dementia-guide.

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