RCOT announce development of new dementia guideline and want feedback on scoping

The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has announced the development of their new guideline: ‘Maintaining occupations and maximising independence while living with dementia’. 

The Guideline Development Group, which is made up of experts in dementia including occupational therapists, people diagnosed with dementia and their supporters, has drafted the scope and would like feedback from as many organisations, OTs, health and social care professionals and people with lived experience as possible.  
 

You can find out more and provide your feedback here: https://www.rcot.co.uk/news/new-guideline-scope-dementia-join-consultation 

The deadline for feedback is 11:59 PM on Monday 12 May 2025.

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