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Dementia is a progressive, life-limiting condition with no cure, so everyone with dementia will die with or from it. Good end of life care is essential to make sure the person with dementia and their family are well supported. Our dementia specialist Admiral Nurses<\/a> share their advice on recognising this stage and how you can find support.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Dementia is a progressive, life-limiting condition with no cure, so everyone with dementia will die with or from it. Good end of life care is essential to make sure the person with dementia and their family are well supported. 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