Information booklets

Guides for Health Care Professionals and Family Caregivers

Hardcopies of the following information booklets can be ordered by visiting the HSE’s Health Promotion website www.healthpromotion.ie 

Employment and Retirement Decisions, Primary Progressive Aphasia, Dementia with Lewy Bodies, Vascular Dementia, Pills, Bills and Wills, Alzheimer’s Disease and Mild Cognitive Impairment.

Otherwise please contact the DSiDC to order all other publications.

Behavioural variant frontotemporal dementia

Behavioural variant frontotemporal dementia (bvFTD)

This booklet provides insights into frontotemporal dementia (FTD).  

This booklet covers areas such as symptoms, progressions, treatment and supports. 

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(PDF 850k)

Employment and Retirement Decisions

Employment and Retirement Decisions

This booklet provides advice for younger people with dementia. 

Dementia usually affects people who are older. But it can also affect younger people and this can cause difficulties with employment and financial matters.

This booklet covers areas such as legal rights, employment rights, types of insurances and coverage and social welfare supports. 

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(PDF 850k)

Primary Progressive Aphasia

Primary Progressive Aphasia

This booklet provides insight into Primary progressive aphasia (PPA). PPA is a progressive illness because symptoms get worse over time. This booklet covers areas such as symptoms, progression, treatment and tips for living well with PPA.

 

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(PDF 850k)

Vascular Dementia

Vascular dementia

 

Damage to the brain can also be caused by a stroke. A stroke is caused by a blocked artery or a leaking or burst blood vessel. If the brain damage caused by these vascular problems is severe enough, it can affect how you function in daily life. This is known as vascular dementia.

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(PDF 584KB)

Dementia with Lewy Bodies

Dementia with Lewy Bodies

This booklet provides insights into Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB). DLB is a progressive illness because symptoms get worse over time. The booklet covers areas such as symptoms, progression, treatment and tips for living well with DLB

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Pills, Bills and Wills

Pills, Bills and Wills

Helpful information following a diagnosis of Dementia.  

Medications for memory loss and lifestyle advice.

Enduring Power of Attorney and tips around managing personal finances.

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The Brain, Brain Health and Dementia: A Short Guide

The Brain, Brain Health and Dementia: A Short Guide

This dementia awareness booklet provides an opportunity for young people to learn about the brain, memory, brain health and dementia.

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Mild Cognitive Impairment

Mild Cognitive Impairment

This booklet is to help people who find their memory is not what it used to be beyond what is normal for a persons’ age and education level.  It will also explain what mild cognitive impairment is, changes that may happen and what you can do to live with it and have a full life.

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Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer’s disease is the main cause of dementia. The word dementia describes a number of symptoms that may include memory loss and changes in mood or behaviour. They may also include difficulties with thinking, language and problem-solving.

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(PDF 584KB)

A Pocket Positive Guide to Dementia

A Pocket Guide to Dementia

This guide provides sensible and easy-to understand advice on how best to interact effectively with people with dementia and their families and most importantly how to communicate positively with them 

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Primary Progressive Aphasia Leaflet

Primary Progressive Aphasia

This leaflet provides insight into Primary progressive aphasia (PPA). PPA is a progressive illness because symptoms get worse over time. This leaflet also covers 6 techniques to help support living with PPA.

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(PDF 850k)

Sleeping

Sleeping

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(PDF 937 KB)

Agitation and Frustration

Agitation and Frustration

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(PDF 584KB)

Dementia and Intimate Relationships

Dementia and Intimate Relationships

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(PDF 1.6 MB)

Hallucinations

Hallucinations

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(PDF 1 MB)

Understanding Change

Understanding Change

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(PDF 2.1 MB)

Coping with the Early Stages of Dementia

Coping with the Early Stages of Dementia

A Guide for People Worried about Memory and Cognitive Problems or those recently Diagnosed with Dementia

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(316k)

Supporting the Person with Dementia in Hospital

Supporting the Person with Dementia in Hospital

Practical information and advice to all staff working in clinical settings caring for people who have a cognitive impairment, dementia or delirium.

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Cognitive Impairment and Dementia

Cognitive Impairment and Dementia

A Practical Home Guide to Daily Living for Family Members

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Life for Caregivers after Placing a Relative in a Nursing Home

Life for Caregivers after Placing a Relative in a Nursing Home

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(PDF 1.1 MB)