Hello.
I'm concerned about my Dad who has been showing signs of memory loss and early signs of dementia for some time.
He's aware of his this but is reluctant to visit the doctor so is undiagnosed.
I'd like to raise this with his GP but because of confidentiality issues, i'm told i'd need a Letter of Authorisation to raise my concerns about his memory loss.
A brief search online brings up a whole plethora of stuff that i find a bit confusing.
Can anyone advise what i should include in a letter for possible diagnosis and initial care for making decisions for him.
Thank you.
Peter T.
I'm concerned about my Dad who has been showing signs of memory loss and early signs of dementia for some time.
He's aware of his this but is reluctant to visit the doctor so is undiagnosed.
I'd like to raise this with his GP but because of confidentiality issues, i'm told i'd need a Letter of Authorisation to raise my concerns about his memory loss.
A brief search online brings up a whole plethora of stuff that i find a bit confusing.
Can anyone advise what i should include in a letter for possible diagnosis and initial care for making decisions for him.
Thank you.
Peter T.