Dementia: clear guidance and trusted support across the UK
Dementia can be frightening, confusing, and overwhelming — especially when you’re not sure where to turn.
This is where we can help. Dementia.co.uk exists to help you find clear information, trusted support, and practical resources wherever you live in the UK.
Whether you are worried about symptoms, supporting a loved one, or looking for dementia-friendly services and products, you can start here.
Choose what best describes your situation
Please have a look below for how you would describe your situation or how we can help by providing more information
I’m worried about memory or behaviour changes
If you’ve noticed changes in yourself or someone close to you, we provide:
- Clear explanations of what dementia is (and what it isn’t)
- Early signs and symptoms
- When to see a GP and what usually happens next in the UK
I’ve recently been affected by dementia
A diagnosis — or the suspicion of one — can raise many questions. We offer:
- Plain-English guidance on different types of dementia
- What the early stages may look like
- Practical next steps and sources of support
I care for someone with dementia
Caring for someone with dementia can be emotionally and physically demanding. Here you’ll find:
- Day-to-day care guidance
- Support for managing changes in behaviour
- Information on help available for carers across the UK
I’m looking for support, services, or helpful products
We bring together information on:
- Dementia charities and organisations
- Local and national support services
- Dementia-friendly products designed to make daily life easier
👉 Explore support and resources
What is dementia?
Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of conditions that affect memory, thinking, and behaviour. It is progressive, but it affects everyone differently. Many people live meaningful lives for years after diagnosis, especially with the right support.
We provide:
- Easy-to-understand explanations of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
- Information on different types of dementia
- Guidance on early stages and first signs
All our information is designed to be clear, compassionate, and practical — helping you understand what’s happening without unnecessary medical jargon.
Find dementia support across the UK
We’ve created a UK-wide dementia directory to help connect you with trusted organisations, including:
- National charities such as Alzheimer’s Society and Dementia UK (Admiral Nurses)
- Local services and day centres supported by Age UK
- Specialist organisations focused on specific types of dementia, including vascular dementia and Lewy body dementia
Our directory includes contact details and locations to help you find support that’s relevant to you, wherever you live in England, Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland.
Dementia news, stories and helpful products
We also share:
- Real-life stories and advice from people affected by dementia
- Educational articles and videos on dementia care
- Reviews of dementia-friendly products, including:
- Fall and bed alarms
- Easy-read clocks
- Simple puzzles and memory aids
Our aim is to highlight products that are genuinely useful and supportive in everyday life.
Supporting this website
dementia.co.uk is not a charity, and we don’t accept donations.
To help maintain and grow this free resource, we recommend a carefully selected range of dementia-friendly products through Amazon and other trusted retailers. Any small commission helps support the running of the site.
Purchases are secure, and there is no extra cost to you.
Get involved
If you provide a UK-based dementia service, organisation, or product, we’d love to hear from you. We welcome collaboration with those working to support people affected by dementia.
You’re not alone
Hundreds of thousands of people in the UK are living with dementia, and millions more are supporting someone who is. Help exists — even if it can feel hard to find.
This site is here to help you take the next step, at your own pace.
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