Edinburgh Principles

A historical article that covers the Edinburgh Principles -- seven statements identifying a foundation for the design and support of services to people with intellectual disability affected by dementia, and their carers. The accompanying guidelines and recommendations document provide an elaboration of the key points associated with the Principles and is structured toward a four-point approach: (a) adopting a workable philosophy of care; (b) adapting practices at the point of service delivery; (c) working out the coordination of diverse systems; and (d) promoting relevant research. Stems from an interdisciplinary collective meeting held in Edinburgh, Scotland convened to produce the principles.