Happy allied health profession day to all our amazing AHP colleagues: have a great day 💜 #AHPsDayScot #AHPsDay

#35AEC 2nd day of posters as we join our colleague Ailin from Alzheimer Scotland Brain Health Scotland team as she shares the work of the BHS service in Aberdeen and the Dementia risk reduction programme.

In dementia, eating & drinking changes aren’t just memory-related - they can include swallowing difficulties, sensory changes, reduced appetite or taste sensations, disinterest in food or altered preferences. Let's work it out together. #WithSLTuCan

& the audience view (photo by Natalie)

We’re thrilled to announce that the 36th Alzheimer Europe Conference will take place in Dublin Convention Centre, 27–29 October 2026! Themed “Sláinte: Building momentum in dementia through policy, research and partnership”, the conference will bring together people living with

📸| Fantastic photo of team member's Prof Elaine Hunter and Fiona Maclean at this week’s Alzheimer Europe Conference! A brilliant opportunity to connect, learn, and share insights from their work. 👉 Check out Prof Elaine Hunter's posts for more reflections and highlights! #35AEC

Routine Having a routine can provide a rhythm and structure to the day. This in turn can support memory and help you to keep orientated. On this website you will find other resources that build on this topic. cpcs.online/home/routine1

Hear from our WA Director and physiotherapist Ellie Newman on the importance of allied health in dementia care this Allied Health Professions Day. Explore our brand-new learning hub for allied health professionals here 👉 dta.com.au/allied-health/ #AHPsDay2025 #StrongerTogether

‘That’s a wrap’ & thank you everyone who joined me this afternoon #AHPsDay #AHPsDayScot Dementia Community

#AHPsDay #AHPsDayScot Allied Health Professionals Day, a day dedicated to recognising the importance of AHPs. AHPs play a significant role in improving the quality of life for people living with dementia. For more information alzscot.org/ahpresources & cpcs.online

Inverness, we're listening!@NDCAN_Scotland members Bill & Frank were in the Highlands today, giving local people affected by dementia a platform to voice their experiences & help shape better support and services. Scotland is at a crossroads let’s choose a new road. #haveyoursay

Today is Allied Health Professionals day! Thank you to all AHPs for the crucial role play in treating, rehabilitating and improving lives #ahpday #ahp #alliedhealth #healthcare #rehabilitation

60% of carers are women & there are around 3000 people living with young onset dementia- two thirds are women. This #WorldMenopauseDay, let’s break the silence and raise awareness. Let’s promote women’s wellness and brain health as we challenge the stigma around women’s health.

Carers: 📣 “Your voice shapes the future.” Consider joining the National Dementia Carers Action Network to share your lived experience and influence dementia policy in Scotland. Your insights matter. alzscot.org/campaign-for-c…

Safety This topic looks at strategies you can use to maximise safety in the home. It offers practical guidance and advice about ways to keep your home safe and ways to avoid scams. cpcs.online/home/safety

When talking with someone living with dementia, pause often and simplify your language. Short sentences. Gentle tone. Time to process. Space to respond. #WithSLTuCan

This also offers space to notice any non-verbal response - a look, a smirk, a grimace, a turn towards or away....look & listen!

This series of hints and tips in regard of our approach and communications with people living with dementia are great and helpful, many thanks AHPDementia for sharing Carers Trust Scotland Dementia Carers Count Dementia Friends #dementia #carers

Trips to the cinema can be a valued activity and an opportunity to socialise. Many cinemas now offer dementia-friendly viewings that have regular breaks to support individuals who find concentrating for long periods difficult. cpcs.online/home/films

Sunday 26 October, at 2am, the clocks will go back one hour. This shift can be disorienting for people living with dementia, as it may affect daily routines and sleep patterns. To help manage this transition, Alzheimer Scotland compiled some practical tips to make the change a bit easier.