Dementia Symptoms Checklist

The Dementia Checklist is a helpful tool designed to support you before your GP appointment. It encourages you to record any changes you have noticed in memory, thinking, behaviour, communication, or daily activities, helping you build a clear picture of your concerns over time.

Bringing the completed checklist to your appointment can make it easier to discuss symptoms with your GP and ensure that nothing important is overlooked. It can also help your GP determine whether further assessment, tests, or a referral to a memory service is appropriate.

Seeking advice early can lead to a timely diagnosis, access to treatment and support, and more time to plan for the future. Whether the changes are due to dementia or another health condition, the checklist is a useful first step in getting the right help and reassurance.

Together On A Journey

Our brief guide brings together helpful, pracftitcal and useful advice and information for people living with dementia and their families.

Download, print and keep handy whenever you need a little guidance or support.

Choosing Day Care

Our Day Care guide helps families explore local support options, activities and services available for people living with dementia. It also highlights what to look for, important questions to ask, and how to choose a service that provides safe, person-centred and meaningful support.

Download and keep it handy when considering the right support, companionship and care.

Choosing The Right Home

Our Choosing the Right Care Home guide helps families understand what to consider when looking for a safe, supportive and suitable home for someone living with dementia. It covers what to look for, important questions to ask, CQC ratings, quality of care, facilities and how to compare different homes.

Download and keep it handy when visiting or considering care homes, helping you make a confident and informed decision for your loved one.

The Herbert Protocol

The Herbert Protocol is a nationally recognised scheme that helps police find a person living with dementia or other vulnerabilities more quickly if they go missing. Families, friends, and carers are encouraged to complete a form in advance with important information, including a recent photograph, physical description, medical details, emergency contacts, favourite places, daily routines, and places the person may be drawn to.

The form is kept safely at home and only shared with the police if the person goes missing. Having this information readily available can save valuable time, helping officers focus their search and increasing the chances of finding the person quickly and safely.

If you care for someone living with dementia, completing a Herbert Protocol form is a simple but important step that can provide reassurance and support in an emergency.

Dementia Support Guide

This booklet has been created to support people living with dementia in Streetly and the surrounding areas, as well as their families, friends, and carers. Whether you have recently received a diagnosis, are concerned about memory changes, or are supporting someone with dementia, this guide is here to help.

Inside, you'll find information on local support services, community groups, activities, healthcare resources, and organisations that can offer practical advice and emotional support. It also includes useful information on living well with dementia, planning for the future, staying safe, and accessing the help available within your local community.

Our aim is to make it easier to find the right support at the right time. We hope this booklet provides reassurance, answers your questions, and helps you feel connected to the wide range of services and opportunities available. Remember, you are not alone there is support available for every stage of the dementia journey.

Companion Card

The Dementia Companion Card is a discreet card that can be carried in a pocket or wallet and shown whenever extra support is needed. It helps people living with dementia communicate their needs without having to explain their condition, making everyday tasks such as shopping, using public transport, visiting cafés, or attending appointments less stressful.

By showing the card, shop staff, businesses, and service providers are made aware that the holder may need a little more time, patience, or assistance. This simple gesture encourages understanding and allows staff to respond in a calm, supportive, and respectful way.

The Dementia Companion Card promotes independence, confidence, and dignity, enabling people to continue taking part in everyday activities while feeling reassured that help is available if they need it. It also plays an important role in raising awareness and creating a more dementia-friendly community, where people living with dementia feel valued, included, and supported.

The Big Book Of Little Scams

Fraudsters are always finding new ways to trick people into giving away their money or personal information.

The WMP Big Book of Little Scams, created by West Midlands Police, offers practical advice on how to recognise and avoid common scams, including online fraud, phishing, doorstep crime, and investment scams. It provides simple tips to help you protect yourself, your family, and your finances so you can stay informed, stay vigilant, and stay safe.

My Well Being Plan

The 8 Steps to Wellbeing, developed by Walsall Council, offer a simple yet powerful framework to support both mental and physical health. By focusing on key areas such as staying active, connecting with others, eating well, getting enough sleep, and learning new skills, these steps help individuals build resilience, reduce stress, and improve overall wellbeing.

Whether it's taking a moment to be mindful or setting positive goals for the future, each step encourages small, achievable changes that can make a big difference to daily life. At Streetly Dementia Support Group, we promote these steps as part of our commitment to helping people live healthier, happier lives.

· Be Active – Engage in regular physical activity to support both body and mind

· Take Notice – Practice mindfulness by being present and appreciating your surroundings

· Connect – Foster meaningful relationships with family, friends, neighbours, or social groups

· Give Something to Others – Volunteer or help another, boosting wellbeing through acts of kindness

· Learn Something New – Develop new skills or hobbies to build confidence and a sense of achievement

· Hydration and Nutrition – Drink 6–8 glasses of water daily and eat a balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables

· Sleep for Wellbeing – Aim for 7–9 hours of quality sleep each night to support overall health

· Hope for the Future – Cultivate realistic, achievable goals and maintain a hopeful outlook

At Streetly Dementia Support Group, we are committed to providing essential information, resources, and support for individuals living with Dementia, as well as their families and caregivers. As a community led initiative, our mission is to ensure that no one faces the challenges of Dementia alone. We understand that living with Dementia can be an isolating experience, and we aim to break down those barriers by fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone feels understood and valued.

Whether you’re seeking practical advice, local support services, or simply a place to connect with others who share similar experiences, we are here to help. Our services are designed to meet the diverse needs of those affected by Dementia, offering guidance on navigating the healthcare system, understanding the condition, and accessing essential community resources. Through our awareness campaigns, fundraising efforts, and community events, we work to create a Dementia-friendly environment where individuals, families, and caregivers can thrive.

Dementia Friends

One of the key initiatives we champion is the Dementia Friends program. Becoming a Dementia Friend offers individuals the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Dementia and its impact on those living with the condition. As a Dementia Friend, you will be equipped with the knowledge to offer support to individuals with dementia in everyday situations, whether it's through small acts of kindness, offering assistance, or simply being more patient and understanding. The benefits of being a Dementia Friend extend far beyond personal growth; they help to build a more compassionate community, where everyone is included and supported.

You can click the link below to learn more about Dementia Friends or contact us directly to arrange a session for your family, friends, or colleagues. Sessions are held regularly locally, allowing you to join in, or we can arrange a private session tailored to your group. By joining us, you become part of a network of people dedicated to raising awareness, sharing resources, and supporting those living with Dementia. Together, we can make a tangible difference, creating a stronger, more informed community where everyone can live well, regardless of Dementia. Join us in building a community where we all look out for one another and work collectively to ensure that no one is left behind.

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