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Remember, I'm Still Me

Working in partnership, the Care Commision and Mental Welfare Commission in Scotland recently published a report called Remember, I'm Still Me. The report examines the quality of care being provided to people with dementia in thirty residential care homes throughout Scotland.

Unannounced joint visits were made in all instances and led to a total of 78 requirements and 240 recommendations for improvement. The published report makes a series of recommendations for improvement and action across Scotland. Copies can be found on the Mental Welfare Commission Website.

Let us know what you think of the report by contacting us.

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Welcome to the Fife Dementia Strategy website

Scotland launched its national strategy Scotland’s National Dementia Strategy in June 2010. The strategy is based on the work of five workstreams which included a wide range of professionals, service commissioners and providers as well as people with dementia and their carers. The strategy is based on the following five statements concerning support, care and treatment for people with dementia in Scotland:

  • Fear of dementia that means people delay in coming forward for diagnosis
  • Information and support after diagnosis for those with dementia and their carers is poor or non-existent
  • General healthcare services do not always understand how to respond well to people with dementia and their carers, leading to poor outcomes
  • People with dementia and their carers are not always treated with dignity and respect
  • Family members and people who support and care for people with dementia do not always receive the help they need to protect their own welfare and to enable them to go on caring safely and effectively .

The strategy also identifies two key service delivery areas for the initial focus of work in Scotland: post-diagnostic support and information given at diagnosis; and general hospital care.  The strategy shows understanding of the current climate within health and social work and the restrictions that limited budgets bring.  There is recognition that a real change is needed in the way services and support for people with dementia are provided but the acknowledgment that this is a long term plan.    

The strategy can be accessed by clicking here.

The Fife Dementia Strategy is complete and is now available in the Publications Section of the website.The Strategy was given the final approval at the end of November by the Fife Health and Social Care Partnership. 

An offical Launch Event for the FIFE DEMENTIA STRATEGY was held on 2nd March 2010 at Rothes Halls in Glenrothes.  We would like to thank everyone who attended.  The presentations from the day are available in the publications part of the website.

Welcome

It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to the Fife Dementia Strategy website.

The Strategy has been produced in partnership with Fife Council, NHS Fife and the University of Stirling, Dementia Services Development Centre.

The website is full of useful tools and information, and is continually growing so be sure to check back regularly. The Directory of Services can be used to search for local services in Fife by area or service type, while the Learning and Development Resources is full of useful free online courses and other information. The Journal of a Carer is a real life account of a carer and his wife and depicts their emotional journey as they live with dementia.

These are just some of the features of this website which can all be accessed under the Main Menu on the left.

We hope this website and its Useful Links proves informational and relevant. However, if you would like additional information on a subject related to Dementia which you cannot find, or you feel we have missed something out please contact us and we will do our best to fulfil your request.

With best wishes
The Fife Dementia Strategy Team

The Journal of a Family Carer

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14 - 21 September
by Brittany Ellis - Thursday, 5 November 2009, 10:58 AM
 

Saturday 14th Morning ok,. Laura in pain again after lunch. Managed to go to the loo at 230 after that all ok. After supper a very poor evening, tearful, agitated and would not settle. Bed at 915.

Sunday 15th Laura went to loo at 7am. Morning ok. However pain again at 130 after lunch – surprised as normally all is good if she goes to the loo in the morning. She seems to indicate that she has got pain in her tummy, but it is so difficult to get a sensible answer from her. Boo came over in the late afternoon until about 5 pm. Supper and evening good – a nice end to the day.

Monday 16th Pain after every meal. Saw Dr. Randall in afternoon. Suggested we cut out some of the pills – may be giving too much. Dr will try to bring Murrayfield appointment forward.

Tuesday 17th Again pain after breakfast and lunch. Called Ann Morrison to come and relieve Laura. I don’t think she has cleaned her bowels for about 3 days – maybe this will be confirmed by the nurse. Bowel was very full. Nurse suggests I keep on cena pills. She will check with Dr Randall tomorrow. Not a very good day at all.

Wednesday 18th Laura in pain after lunch. Eventually managed to go at 230. Rest of day ok, although still very unhappy at taking the pills in the morning (and bathing!!).

Thursday 19th Laura went at 730 this morning. Still grumpy about taking pills after breakfast – but no pain during morning or for the rest of the day – quite a good day.

Friday 20th Do not know if Laura went today – very miserable this morning and didn’t want to do or say anything until about 10am. After that, rest of day not too bad. Hope she goes tomorrow.

Saturday 21st Went at 1030. Rest of day ok except for an argument after supper. Laura very content after this and the day finished on a good note.

This is the end of the Journal - Laura and Alasdair are still living in Fife, travelling together through their journey with dementia.

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