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How to claim Pension Credit and qualify for a free TV licence

From June 2020, television licences will no longer be free for people over 75. However. if you are claiming Pension Credit you will qualify for a free TV licence. Here we advise on how to find out if you are eligible for Pension Credit and how to apply.

24 Jun 2019

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Remuneration and reward for people affected by dementia

What to consider when you are thinking about paying or remunerating people with dementia, when you are gathering their feedback and measuring their experiences.

Real stories

'Being in employment and being a carer can feel like having two full time jobs'

Mark knows first-hand how difficult it can be having a job alongside caring for someone with dementia. Here Mark shares his tips on knowing your legal rights within the workplace.

06 March 2019

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Mental Capacity Bill: Last chance to protect the rights of people with dementia

We are calling for more changes to the Mental Capacity (Amendment) Bill, which is currently being debated. Here are our concerns about what it'll mean for people with dementia.

11 February 2019

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Denise’s story: 'Why I'm leaving a gift in my Will'

‘My dad has dementia. I won’t accept that’s going to be a reality for my daughter. That’s why I’m leaving a gift in my Will to Alzheimer’s Society.’

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Types of deputyship

There are different types of deputyship. This page will tell you about the differences between them.

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Independent Review of the Mental Health Act 1983 recommendations – Alzheimer’s Society comment

On Wednesday 6 December the Independent Review of the Mental Health Act published its recommendations.

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Give or take: Will giving some of our savings to our daughter cause problems?

How a gift of money might affect your local authority’s financial assessment of how much you need to pay towards care.

30 November 2018

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LGBT: Planning ahead

Advice and practical tips for planning ahead as an LGBT person living with dementia.

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LGBT: Your rights

As an LGBT person, the law protects your right to equal treatment, to not be discriminated against, and to privacy.

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Holidays and travelling: Knowing your rights

There are laws that protect the rights of people with dementia in the UK, and it can be helpful to know these when taking a holiday.

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Becoming a deputy - more resources

Get details of organisations that can provide guidance about becoming a deputy for a person with dementia.

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Deputies and dementia - frequently asked questions

Read the most common queries that are asked about becoming a deputy for someone with dementia.

How to claim Pension Credit and qualify for a free TV licence

Remuneration and reward for people affected by dementia

'Being in employment and being a carer can feel like having two full time jobs'

Mental Capacity Bill: Last chance to protect the rights of people with dementia

Denise’s story: 'Why I'm leaving a gift in my Will'

Types of deputyship

Independent Review of the Mental Health Act 1983 recommendations – Alzheimer’s Society comment

Give or take: Will giving some of our savings to our daughter cause problems?

LGBT: Planning ahead

LGBT: Your rights

Holidays and travelling: Knowing your rights

Becoming a deputy - more resources

Deputies and dementia - frequently asked questions

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