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The programme aims to improve the quality of care experienced by people living with dementia. It aims to prevent and support stress and distress in hospital and care home settings and will have an impact on the health and social care system. It will:
- reduce the length of hospital stay
- reduce admissions to hospitals from care homes
- reduce pharmacological interventions
Email us at his.focusondementia@nhs.scot if you have a question about the programme. Your query will be directed to the appropriate contact at one of the programme partners:
- Healthcare Improvement Scotland
- Care Inspectorate
- NHS Education for Scotland
Programme delivery
What to expect if your team is selected to take part in our reducing stress and distress improvement programme
Get involved
Find out how to join the programme and how to apply
Resources
Access to our improvement tools for reducing stress and distress for people living with dementia