Dementia Support Line
Who we are
Alzheimer’s Society is the UK’s leading dementia charity. We give vital support to those who need it, fund groundbreaking research, and campaign to improve experiences. It will take a society to beat dementia.
It will take a society to beat dementia. Alzheimer's Society.
We’re here to ensure the impact we make can be felt in the day-to-day lives of people and families now and in the future.
We're leading the way to create a future where dementia no longer devastates lives, bringing together people from all the spheres of life dementia touches.
Only together can we understand all aspects of dementia, give support to those who need it, fund groundbreaking research and campaign to make dementia the priority it should be.
What we do
With over 45 years' experience, we:
- Provide vital support to those who need it
- Fund groundbreaking research
- Campaign to make dementia a priority.
Who we’re here for
We’re here for everyone affected by dementia – people living with the condition and those who care for and support them, including family, friends, neighbours and colleagues. We’re here for people affected today, and for all those who will be affected in the future
We focus on helping those who are most in need. We prioritise those who have the least ability to support themselves and the communities who experience the detrimental effects of health inequalities. This is where we can have the greatest impact.
Why we're here
Dementia is everywhere. It affects millions of people, having a huge impact on the NHS, social care and society as a whole.
Its complexity means there are overwhelming challenges in how we research, diagnose and treat it. We cannot ignore it.
- Dementia can affect anyone – even people in their 40s
- Families are left struggling – often feeling scared, alone and unsure of what to do
- It costs us all – putting pressure on health and social care services
- Many go undiagnosed – at least 1 in 3 people with dementia don’t have a diagnosis.
How we beat dementia
The scale and complexity of dementia needs a complex solution. That's why we're the only charity that takes on every aspect of dementia.
We support people affected by dementia
We offer expert advice, practical help and emotional support through our support line, online information, dementia advisers and online community.
Find out more about the support we offer
We fund life-changing research
We’ve invested over £120 million in research to improve diagnosis, care and treatment—and we’re not stopping.
Find out more about our research work
We campaign for change
We work with campaigners and use evidence to push for better policies and make dementia a national priority.
Our Help and Hope Strategy
We’re working to ensure people are diagnosed earlier and get better support and treatment.
