The Government’s ‘Transforming the Quality of Dementia Care: Consultation on A National Dementia Strategy’ was published in June 2008. It reflects many of the local themes for long term conditions. Among other things, it emphasises early diagnosis and support for those with mental health needs and their carers, and encourages the strengthening and expansion of intermediate care provision.
The population of South Gloucestershire is currently (2008) about 252,000 of which more than 41,000 people are aged over 65 (a further 45,000 are aged between 50 and 65). By 2015 the number of people over 65 is expected to have increased to 50,100. As the population increases, so will the number of people living with dementia and depression.
We want to ensure that, as that population increases, we are developing services that meet the needs of service users and support carers to achieve the best possible quality of life but also promote involvement and equality.
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