Living with Dementia

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Summary of report content

This is a report by Healthwatch Blackburn with Darwen. The project looks at dementia support available in the local area.

The plans by the local authority as well as voluntary and community groups are explored. A total of 121 people gave their views through a mix of survey, focus groups, and meeting with local groups.

There are recommendations in this report.

The report includes a number of recommendations that are embedded throughout the report. Broadly they look at the communication needs, funding and support for local community services, greater awareness of what is available.

There are no follow up actions in this report.

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General details

Local Healthwatch
Healthwatch Blackburn with Darwen
Publication date
Key themes
Access to services
Accessibility and reasonable adjustments
Communication with patients; treatment explanation; verbal advice
Service organisation, delivery, change and closure
Staffing - levels and training

Methodology and approach

Primary research method used
Focus group
Survey

Details of health and care services included in the report

Details of health and care services included in the report
Memory clinic
Neurology, neurosurgery and stroke care

Details of people who shared their views

Number of people who shared their views
121
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