We are Dementia UK
We are the specialist dementia nursing charity that is here for the whole family. Our nurses, known as Admiral Nurses, provide free, life-changing support and advice to anyone affected by dementia.
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What is dementia?
Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of progressive disorders affecting the brain, including Alzheimer’s disease. Read our information leaflet
Types of dementia
Understanding the various types of dementia means people can get the right support to help them live better with the condition
Stages of dementia
Dementia is a progressive condition that gets gradually worse over time. It can be helpful to think of dementia progressing in three stages – early, middle and late stages
Your support changes lives
Fundraise, campaign or volunteer with us. You’ll be helping us raise vital funds, improve care and support for families facing dementia and spread the word about our specialist dementia nurses.
Take part in an event
Challenge yourself and raise vital funds for families affected by dementia. Walk, run, cycle or trek – there’s an event for everyone
Campaign with us
Only together can we improve specialist support for families; find out how you can make a difference
Leave a gift in your Will
By leaving a gift in your Will, you can help us grow the number of specialist dementia nurses so we can support more families affected by dementia
Why support Dementia UK?
Every three minutes, someone in the UK develops dementia - it's one of the biggest health challenges of our time. Families affected are often left feeling exhausted and overwhelmed and don’t know where to turn. But with the support of an Admiral Nurse and Dementia UK, families facing the fear and confusion of dementia know they’re not alone.
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Latest from Dementia UK
Read our latest news and blogs as well as stories from the families who we support
Commonly asked questions about delirium, falls and incontinence
Consultant Admiral Nurse for Frailty, Kerry Lyons, answers your questions about delirium, falls and incontinence.
Supporting someone with dementia during a hospital stay
Admiral Nurse Tracy Browne shares tips on how to support someone living with dementia during a stay in hospital.
1st January - 31st January 2025 10,000 Steps a Day in January
We are challenging you to take 10,000 steps every day in January. Where and how you chose to walk each day is up to you!
29th March 2025 Bath 50 Challenge
Challenge yourself to walk, jog or run a 10km, 29km or 50km Ultra Challenge in the elegant Georgian city of Bath.
Financial and legal support
If you have a dementia diagnosis, or are caring for someone who does, you could be entitled to financial and legal support.
Support around a diagnosis
Find out how to get a diagnosis of dementia, the next steps after a diagnosis and how we can support you.
Caring for Dad, from near and afar – Simon’s story
Simon, who has lived in New Zealand for two decades, discusses how he cares for his dad who has Alzheimer’s disease and lives alone in the UK.
Christmases with Ben were filled with music
Janet shares her experience caring for husband Ben and how they maintained the joy of Christmas after his diagnosis.