DSDC (2012) The care of people with dementia in acute hospital settings: Evidence-based practice, innovation and collaboration. A resource pack for staff.

This resource pack supports the care of people with dementia in hospital settings. It contains practical information to help busy hospital staff in their day-to-day care of people with dementia. The pack is relevant for nursing, medical and ancilliary staff, as well as allied health professionals, social work staff who work in hospital settings, managers, trainers and researchers. It is designed for easy reference within busy ward environments and can be used to support learning and development as part of the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework (DoH, 2004).

On purchasing the pack you will also have access to a web-based resource keeping you up to date with important issues that affect the care of people with dementia in hospital settings and engaging you in an international network of practice.