Post diagnostic support

In South Ayrshire Community Mental Health Team for Older Adults our provision includes the offer of Dementia Post-Diagnostic Support and the ongoing facilitation of our Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) Group, led by our Community Psychiatric Nurses (CPNs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), and Healthcare Assistants (HCAs). 

Post Diagnostic Support can help you to:

• Understand the illness and manage your symptoms
• Be supported to keep up your community connections and make new ones
• Have the chance to meet other people with dementia and their partners and families
• Plan for future decision-making
• Plan for your future support.

Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) Group

Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) is a structured, group program designed to support people with mild to moderate dementia. It aims to gently boost thinking, memory, and communication through a variety of enjoyable and meaningful activities.

The program runs over 14 weeks, with each session focusing on a different engaging theme.