Support for carers | Alzheimer's Society

My experience of caring for two parents with dementia

Dalwinder, in west London, shares his experience of caring for his mum and dad, who were diagnosed with dementia within months of each other.

A hospital trust giving carers of people with dementia greater access to wards

From the April 2015 issue of our magazine, carers' input makes a big difference to the experience of people with dementia in hospital. Andrew Bence finds out how a London trust is giving carers greater access.

Supporting people with dementia and carers before, during and after a stay in hospital

From the October/November 2015 issue of our magazine, going into hospital can be particularly intimidating if you have dementia. Heather Stephen finds out about a scheme in Barnsley helping people to cope before, during and afterwards.

Finding support online if you're caring for a person experiencing the later stages of dementia

From the April/May 2016 issue of our magazine, as dementia advances, it can become harder to find support to help deal with day-to-day practicalities and changing emotions.

Carers of people with dementia in County Tyrone come together for peer support

From the April/May 2016 issue of our magazine, learn how peer support groups can offer a lifeline to carers through meeting other people who understand what they are going through.

A woman with dementia and her husband benefit from a home support service

From the April/May 2016 issue of our magazine, a couple in Brighton benefit from a service providing dementia care and support at home. Heather Stephen hears about the impact it has on both of their lives.

An Alzheimer’s Society volunteer who has dealt with dementia both at home and in her career

From the June/July 2016 issue of our magazine, a volunteer in the East Midlands is using her professional and personal experiences of dementia to help provide local Society services.

A scheme to support people whose relatives with dementia might go missing

From the June/July 2016 issue of our magazine, Heather Stephen learns about the Herbert Protocol, which is speeding up searches for vulnerable people, including those with dementia.

Advice from carers if someone refuses to see the GP

From the October/November 2016 issue of our magazine, we asked forum members for their advice if someone's father had dementia symptoms but refused to discuss them or to see the GP.

Personal care can be challenging, but sharing experiences and advice online can make a big difference

From the October/November 2016 issue of our magazine, read more about our online community Talking Point and how it can help carers.

A teenager speaks out about the strain of being a young carer

From the October/November 2016 issue of our magazine - the strain that young carers face often goes unrecognised, and it can have a serious impact.

A programme which provides carers with invaluable support and advice

From the August/September 2016 issue of our magazine, find out about a programme to support carers of those with dementia.

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