One of the biggest challenges for people that work or live with people who have dementia is the progressive change in communication that occurs throughout the stages of the disease. In most forms of dementia the ability to speak normally will be impaired and therefore the brain will find new ways to communicate via actions, noises, behaviours and body language, this is called the Language of Dementia. The Dementia Dictionary “a freely available service” allows us to translate these into a recognised language. Working with a global network of Dementia Interpreters we will share experiences and ultimately help you to re-connect with the people that you support.
We believe the best people to help create the content of the Dementia Dictionary are the people who have 'first hand' experiences of supporting people with dementia. Care professionals (at every level and care setting) and families who have or are supporting people with dementia combined have so much knowledge to share that will be for the benefit of everyone.
Through the global Dementia Interpreters forum, Dementia Interpreters will discuss different behaviours, noises, actions, emotions, body language and translate these into an understandable language. These translations will then be published into the Dementia Dictionary.
The Dementia forum allows us to pull information from people with all types of experience in Dementia, ensuring diverse discussion and more accurate definitions.
What would your life be like if you lived in a place where no one spoke your language and you didn’t speak theirs?
How would you tell them what you wanted, explain that you have a need or show them what you are feeling?
People with dementia will start to form a new type of language using actions, behaviours, body language, noises or situations and this is called ‘The Language of dementia’.
Our goal is to translate this new communication into an understandable language and reconnect people with dementia to the world.
Are you supporting someone with dementia and have questions that you would like advice about from skilled professionals? Would you like help to keep your loved ones at home as long as possible?
This subscription service is a forum that connects you to dementia interpreters across the globe. You can ask questions, get advice, learn about services in your area or just have reassurance. Cost: £6 per month via direct debit.
*Please note that we cannot answer anything medically about a person with dementia and you will be directed to a doctor for medication or medical advice*
This service is confidential and fully GDPR compliant
The Dementia Dictionary and Dementia Interpreter Forum are now available as an app. It is completely FREE to download and you login using the same details as you would to access the forum online. Whenever you add a translation, comment, or make changes to your profile it will show up on the website and if you make the changes on the website, they will show on the app.
You can now access the Dictionary on the go and get the answers you need quicker than ever before. Dementia Interpreters can now take part in forum discussions on a smartphone through the app.
If you need to ask a question for other interpreters to help you understand, then do so from your phone and get them finding answers quicker.
To download the app you can use the QR codes provided on simply click the buttons below to get the app on your iPhone or Android today!