Prime Minister Andy Burnham is being urged to establish a national waiting-time target for dementia care, as highlighted in a report by the Alzheimer's Society and the King's Trust. The report advocates for a significant overhaul of dementia services, likening the necessary reforms to those seen in cancer care.
Social Care Minister Alison McGovern has expressed support for the report, emphasizing the long-standing neglect of dementia care. The government plans to appoint a senior official to oversee dementia services and develop a new framework to enhance support for patients by year-end.
Watch for the government's upcoming framework on dementia care, which could reshape support for patients. The appointment of a dementia tsar may lead to significant changes in service delivery. Keep an eye on Baroness Casey's recommendations next summer for further insights.