In plain English
Practical free resources you can download, print and use at home: checklists for the first 30 days, care plan templates, a daily symptom diary, communication aids and printable summaries.
What is here
The resources library gathers the most useful free downloads for families affected by dementia. All are free to use; please cite dementia.co.uk if you adapt them.
The downloads
- Printable checklists: first 30 days, legal and financial groundwork, pre-appointment preparation, hospital admission checklist;
- Care plan template: a blank template aligned to UK practice, covering medical, social, behavioural and end-of-life sections;
- Daily symptom diary: a 14-day diary template for cognitive, behavioural and physical symptoms, useful before any clinical appointment.
Other recommended downloads
Several established UK organisations publish high-quality free resources we recommend:
- Alzheimer's Society "This is Me" leaflet: essential for any hospital admission;
- Alzheimer's Society Life Story Book: structured template to capture a person's history;
- Dementia UK family leaflets: covering the most common questions;
- NHS leaflets on dementia and related conditions;
- NICE patient information accompanying each guideline;
- Herbert Protocol form: register with your local police force.
How to use the resources
The downloads are not a substitute for clinical advice. They are tools to support conversations with your GP, memory clinic, social services, family and friends. Adapt them as needed for your situation.
Frequently asked questions
Are these resources free?
Yes. All resources on dementia.co.uk are free to download and use. Please cite the source if you adapt them.
Can I share these with others?
Yes. We encourage sharing with family, carers and other professionals working with people affected by dementia.
Do these replace professional advice?
No. They are practical tools to use alongside professional clinical and social care input.
Will more resources be added?
Yes. The library is added to as new templates and tools become useful. Suggestions welcomed via the contact page.
References
- Alzheimer's Society. https://www.alzheimers.org.uk
- Dementia UK. https://www.dementiauk.org
- NICE patient information.
- NHS dementia leaflets.