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.
Time for a Cuppa
By the time you’ve boiled your kettle, another person will have developed dementia. You can help by making Time for a Cuppa this May.
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.
Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of progressive disorders affecting the brain, including Alzheimer’s disease. Read our information leaflet
Understanding the various types of dementia means people can get the right support to help them live better with the condition
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
Challenge yourself and raise vital funds for families affected by dementia. Walk, run, cycle or trek – there’s an event for everyone
Only together can we improve specialist support for families; find out how you can make a difference
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
Stay up to date with our latest news, campaigns and events
Our newly created Consultant Admiral Nurse service for the LGBTQ+ community is an exciting step for Dementia UK.
Hannah Gardner has recently been appointed as Consultant Admiral Nurse for Children and Young People.
Join #TeamDementiaUK and run the Paris Marathon through the iconic streets of the French capital.
Tackle this fast and flat coastal marathon in one of the country’s most vibrant cities for Dementia UK and help families facing dementia.
If you have a dementia diagnosis, or are caring for someone who does, you could be entitled to financial and legal support.
Find out how to get a diagnosis of dementia, the next steps after a diagnosis and how we can support you.
Saïna opens up about how her grandfather’s dementia has affected her, and how songwriting has provided a release.
When her partner Andy was diagnosed with dementia at the age of 52, Christine struggled to know where to turn. She is supporting our ‘We live dementia’ campaign to raise awareness of how our specialist dementia nurses can help.