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Dementia Plan 2015

Norwegian Ministry of Health and Care Services; Government of Norway Country Resources Neurological disorders including dementia Mental Health Strategies and Plans Norway 1 January 2014 Policy document

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This policy is based on the recognition that current care services are inadequately developed and adapted to persons with dementia. In particular the policy sets out a programme of day facilities for people with dementia.

The strategies outlined include:

- Quality research, development and planning
- Capacity growth, raising skills and knowledge
- Improving collaboration and medical follow up
- Active care
- Partnerships with families and local community.

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