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
Q&A with Marianne Jones, host of My life with dementia podcast
Marianne Jones is a journalist and podcaster, and an ambassador for Dementia UK. She is proudly presenting the second season of our podcast, My life with Dementia.
The power of music for people with dementia
Ahead of the Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final, Kerry Lyons, Consultant Admiral Nurse for Frailty and Physical Health, talks about the importance of music for people with dementia
1st January 2025 - 30th June 2026 Find your local run
We have partnered with Run For Charity to help you find the perfect challenge. With events across the UK and throughout the year, there’s always a challenge for you.
12th April 2026 Paris Marathon
Run through the iconic streets of the French capital in the Paris Marathon 2026. Sign up here
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.
“I write poetry to express my feelings and honour Dad”
Serena shares how writing poetry has helped her to process her feelings since her dad’s dementia diagnosis. She now shares her poetry as a way to honour her dad and to encourage other people affected by dementia to share their own experiences.
“I’m still adjusting to life as a young carer” – George’s story
George shares his experience of being thrust into the role of a young carer, and the emotional journey that has followed for his family.