Information sheet Palliative care Palliative care aims to give people reaching the end of their life the best quality care which meets their physical, emotional, spiritual and social needs.
Content Page Superhero Summer Challenge 2023 Join our Facebook fundraising challenge this summer and complete 31 mins of activity everyday throughout July.
Information sheet Alzheimer's disease Alzheimer’s disease is an illness of the brain which causes dementia. Over half the people in Scotland who have dementia have Alzheimer’s disease.
Case study Some peace of mind The volunteer obviously provided a person-centred service, showing genuine interest and valuing Dad’s life and interests
Information sheet Getting to Know Me Giving hospital staff a better understanding of patients with dementia who are admitted either for planned treatment, such as an operation, or in an emergency.
Information sheet CADASIL CADASIL is the most common genetic cause of stroke and vascular dementia in adults.
Information sheet Constipation and faecal impaction Constipation can be caused by a lack of dietary fibre, lack of fluids and lack of exercise or reduced mobility.
Information sheet Korsakoff's syndrome Korsakoff’s syndrome is caused by lack of thiamine (vitamin B1), which affects the brain and nervous system.
Information sheet Coming into hospital - 5 key things The information in this booklet is designed to answer some of the questions you may have about preparing to come into hospital and about what to expect during your stay.
