Dementia UK provides free, expert support and advice to anyone affected by dementia, including families, carers, and people living with dementia themselves. Our team of specialist Admiral Nurses is here to help you navigate every stage of the dementia journey, from diagnosis to ongoing care and support.
- Admiral Nurse Dementia Helpline: Speak to a dementia specialist nurse for practical advice, emotional support, and answers to your questions. The helpline is free and confidential.
- Virtual and face-to-face clinic appointments: Book a session with an Admiral Nurse for tailored support, including for Black, African and Caribbean communities.
- Comprehensive information and resources: Access a wide range of guides, leaflets, and online sessions covering diagnosis, types and stages of dementia, health advice, financial and legal guidance, and living well with dementia.
- Support for carers: Find help with caring from a distance, coping with grief and loss, managing relationships, and looking after your own wellbeing.
- Young onset dementia: Specialist information and support for people under 65 and their families.
- Community and fundraising opportunities: Join events, campaigns, or volunteer to help ensure no one faces dementia alone.
All services are free of charge and available across the UK. Whether you need advice, emotional support, or practical guidance, Dementia UK is here for you.
How to access support:
- Call the free Dementia Helpline: 0800 888 6678
- Email: helpline@dementiauk.org
- Book a virtual or face-to-face appointment via our website
- Explore our online resources and information sessions
No referral is needed – anyone can contact us directly for support.
Service statistics
Usually replies in
9 days
87%
of referrals accepted
Categories:
Activities for older people
Adult carers advice and support
Carers support groups
Mental health support
Managing a long-term health condition
Mental health
Services for older people
Support for carers
Service access criteria:
Support for carers of Adults where the carer and/or the person living with Dementia live in Rutland
Additional needs catered for:
Physical disability friendly
Dementia friendly
Waiting list (weeks):
1
Dementia Carer support, Pre peri diagnosis, Dementia support Groups, Specialist Nursing Advice
