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Proceeding contribution from Anne Milton (Conservative) in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 24 October 2007. It occurred during Adjournment debate on Dementia Sufferers.


Dementia Sufferers

Yes, I thank my hon. Friend for clarifying that. As he has rightly said, some excellent care is undoubtedly delivered. My hon. Friend went on to mention the idea of a director of clinical care for dementia, and there is no doubt that the leadership and vision that such a post would bring to this field would have a significant impact not only on producing better outcomes for people with dementia, but on getting rid of some of the stigma associated with dementia. The hon. Member for Walsingham talked about the impact of caring on carers and about stress and depression—


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
465 c112WH 
Session
2006-07
Chamber / Committee
Westminster Hall
Subjects
Carers Dementia Alzheimer's disease Diseases Home care services Medical treatments Mental health services Research
Link
View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk