Guide to Early Recognition of Dementia in Care Settings for 2026

As part of Dementia Action Week 2026, we’re sharing simple guidance to support earlier recognition of dementia in care settings.

Early awareness can make a real difference to outcomes.

Common early indicators of dementia can include:
• Memory loss affecting daily life
• Difficulties with language and using words
• Struggling in new places or locations
• Changes in mood or behaviour
• Difficulty following conversations

In busy care environments, these signs can sometimes be missed.

Which early signs are most often overlooked in practice?

At QCS we have a specialist Dementia Centre, mapped to CQC and Skills for Care best practice, to support adult social care organisations that operates as standalone or as part of your QCS care management and compliance suite.

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