Dementia Support Line
Young-onset dementia: Understanding your diagnosis
Our booklet explains the treatments, support and services that are available to people diagnosed with young-onset dementia. Download your copy or order a printed version in the post.
This booklet is for anyone under the age of 65 who has recently been told they have dementia. It will help you understand more about dementia in people under 65 ('young-onset dementia').
It includes information on coping with the diagnosis, treatment and support, talking to others, employment, driving and more. It also has contributions from other people with young-onset dementia, talking about their experience.
The booklet was developed in collaboration with younger people with dementia, whose voices are heard throughout the booklet.
Young-onset dementia: Understanding your diagnosis
Download a digital PDF version or order a printed copy of the booklet (code 688) in the post.
