The COVID-19 pandemic brings immense demands on the NHS. Many families affected by dementia are concerned about what hospital critical care guidelines during the pandemic mean for them and their loved ones.

While coronavirus will undoubtedly have an impact on everyone in the country, it poses an increased risk to people living with dementia, and we are calling on the Government to prioritise their welfare.

Our response to the announcement from the Department of Health that £2.9 billion of the £5 billion COVID-19 fund, announced by the Chancellor last week, will go to strengthen care for the vulnerable

Kathryn Smith, Chief Operating Officer at Alzheimer's Society, has issued a statement with regards to the suspension of our services and events due to the coronavirus, also known as COVID-19.

Coronavirus could pose a significant risk for people living with dementia in the UK – the Government must prioritise their welfare in the coming weeks. Find out more from Sally Copley, Director of Policy, Campaigns and Partnerships at Alzheimer’s Society.

Alzheimer's Society responds to the Government's budget today, which included no additional investment in social care.