Issue - meetings

The Board is asked to consider the update on the Dementia Services Review.

Mark Harris, Head of Service (Mental Health & Learning Disabilities) – CCG presented a report, a copy of which had been circulated to each Member and a copy of which appears as 'D' to these Minutes in the Minute Book which provided an update on the implementation of the Dementia Services Review including reference to current diagnosis rates, the impact of covid and resulting specific actions.

The Board was advised that the implementation of the Dementia Services Review had been delayed due to Covid.  Mr Harris reported that there was an open access referral system and a new workforce model.  He outlined the key elements reporting that there had been a bounce back in referrals and the aim was to reduce waiting times.  The Board was informed that there were one off funds to address the backlog with temporary staff in diagnostics.  The Board was advised of the provision of Dementia Co-ordinators and that diagnostic rates nationally were 66.7% but had reduced to 50% which was reflected locally.

Members in commenting on the review welcomed the new pathway in Dorset with increased diagnostics. The emotional workshop for carers was highlighted and in particular virtual access. Mark Harris commented on the dementia co-ordinators and how they provide support to the patient and family throughout the pathway with access to services. 

RESOLVED that the report be received and noted.

(Councillor Dove left the meeting at 11.15 am)