Cyprus
2013: National policies covering the care and support of people with dementia and their carers
National Alzheimer Association
The Cyprus Alzheimer Association provides the following services and support:
| Helpline | x |
| Information activities (newsletters, publications) | x |
| Website |
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| Awareness campaigns | x |
| Legal advice | x |
| Care coordination/Case management | x |
| Home help (cleaning, cooking, shopping) | x |
| Home care (personal hygiene, medication) | x |
| Incontinence help | x |
| Assistive technologies / ICT solutions |
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| Tele Alarm |
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| Adaptations to the home |
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| Meals on wheels | x |
| Counselling | x |
| Support groups for people with dementia | x |
| Alzheimer cafes |
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| Respite care at home (Sitting service etc.) | x |
| Holidays for carers |
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| Training for carers |
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| Support groups for carers | x |
| Day care | x |
| Residential/Nursing home care |
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| Palliative care |
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Acknowledgements
Antigoni Diakou, President of the Cyprus Alzheimer Association
Irene Georgiou, Assistant Director of Clinic/Department of Mental Health Services, Representative of the Mental Health Services to the Committee
Yiannis Kalakoutas, Director of Mental Health Services, President of the Alzheimer Multidisciplinary Committee
Last Updated: Tuesday 25 February 2014
