The Alzheimer's Society is calling for political party election manifestos to address serious failings in dementia care, after a survey found less than a quarter of people with dementia are receiving all the help they need.
The charity's survey of nearly 1,500 carers and people with dementia found major concerns about the standards of care being provided.
Only 23 per cent of respondents said all their care needs were met while less than a quarter (24 per cent) felt staff providing care had the skills and understanding necessary. Only 12 per cent of carers always had access to short breaks.
Further Alzheimer's Society research revealed MPs believe dementia needs more attention from political parties.
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