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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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 Policy and Public Affairs Manager, Faradane O’Callaghan, reflects on this year’s political party conferences and the progress we have made in the first 100 days of this Government.
With more people in the UK dying of dementia than any other condition, our Head of Policy, Campaigns and Public Affairs, Andrew Pike, reflects on why we must all work together to ensure that every family affected receives the support it needs.
Challenge yourself to walk, jog or run a 10km, 29km or 50km Ultra Challenge in the elegant Georgian city of Bath.
Tackle the Thames Moonlight 10 Challenge for a fantastic evening walk, taking in famous landmarks along a great route with full support.
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.
Janet shares her experience caring for husband Ben and how they maintained the joy of Christmas after his diagnosis.
Shara reflects on her journey caring for Anna, her mother, who was diagnosed with vascular dementia in 2016.