Learning disability and dementia
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Learning disability and dementia

Alex Mathieson A freelance journalist

As the learning disability population ages, dementia is becoming more prevalent. But are staff in care homes prepared to offer the support residents need? Alex Mathieson investigates

Learning disability services throughout the country are having to meet the challenges of providing support and care for increasing numbers of older people with learning disabilities.

Learning Disability Practice. 8, 7, 12-13. doi: 10.7748/ldp.8.7.12.s15

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