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Support usCoronavirus: information for families looking after someone living dementia
We know that this is a worrying time for families looking after someone with dementia. The weeks ahead are going to be challenging. But there are a few things you can do to look after yourself, and the person with dementia, during this time
Find out moreGet support and advice
Looking for information or advice about dementia or Alzheimer’s? Call our Dementia Helpline for free on 0800 888 6678 for support from our dementia specialist Admiral Nurses
Find out moreWhat is dementia?
Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a range of progressive neurological disorders, that is, conditions affecting the brain. Read our information leaflet
Find out moreTypes and symptoms
Find out more about the different types of dementia and the symptoms
Find out moreGetting a diagnosis
If you are concerned about your own memory, or you are worried about changes you have noticed with memory, communication, personality or behaviour of someone close to you, it is important to consult a GP as soon as possible, so that an accurate diagnosis is made
Find out moreHow you can support us
Take part in an event
Every step you take helps provide an Admiral Nurse for families facing dementia
Find out moreGifts in Wills
By leaving a gift in your Will, you can help ensure that a specialist Admiral Nurse will be there to support families living with dementia
Find out moreBecome a volunteer
We’re always looking for Volunteer Ambassadors and enthusiastic people to help at events
Find out moreLatest news and blogs
The importance of staying positive in these testing times
Our Volunteer Ambassador, Maureen Winfield, says how important it is to stay positive in these testing times...
Helping families keep in touch during COVID-19
Dementia UK and the Relatives & Residents Association have brought together ideas for relatives/friends, and for care ...
Dementia UK advice for people with dementia and their families, regarding the coronavirus
Our advice for people with dementia and their families, regarding the coronavirus, from our dementia specialist Admiral ...