What is Dementia Carers Together?

Behind every person with dementia is someone caring for them.

Caring for someone living with dementia can bring challenges, questions and changes that can sometimes feel overwhelming. Every day, thousands of dementia carers juggle exhaustion, isolation and overwhelming responsibilities - and too many don't know where to turn for help.

Through our Dementia Carers Together Appeal, in partnership with the Daily Mail, we're raising funds to create a nationwide service with local support networks that ensures no carer faces dementia alone.

Donate to the appeal now

This appeal is about more than fundraising. It's about creating a national movement that puts dementia carers at the heart of the conversation and ensures they get the support they deserve.

The funds raised will help establish Dementia Carers Together, a new nationwide network of support groups created by carers, for carers.

Donate now to ensure more carers can access the knowledge, confidence and community they need, and to create a lasting legacy for dementia carers across the UK.

The Dementia Carers Together service

Dementia Carers Together supports people caring for someone living with dementia. Through local in-person and virtual sessions, you can connect with other carers, access trusted information and explore practical ways to help you in your caring role.

Shaped by carers' lived experiences and free to access, the service focuses on the issues that matter most - from understanding rights and navigating care systems to managing finances, wellbeing and planning for the future - so no one feels alone on their caring journey.

Learn.
Get practical dementia care advice and expert guidance.
Connect.
Meet other carers who know what you're going through.
Navigate.
Build confidence managing health, care and financial systems.

Find sessions near you

About the sessions

Sessions are free to attend and are delivered by experienced Alzheimer's Society staff and volunteers in a friendly, supportive environment.

Discover the topics covered in Dementia Carers Together sessions below. Each session focuses on a key aspect of caring for someone with dementia, helping carers build knowledge, confidence and connections with others who understand.

What every family should be told from day one

  • The right to a timely and accurate diagnosis and understanding what a diagnosis means  
  • What support your GP, memory clinic and NHS should provide  
  • Your right to trusted information, advice and ongoing support, with the aim of building confidence and creating a clear action plan for the months ahead

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Making sure you both don't miss out on financial support

  • Benefits you may be entitled to, including Council Tax discounts, disability reductions, Blue Badges, grants and energy support
  • Lasting Power of Attorney and managing finances
  • Where to access expert benefits advice

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Dementia Support Line

Our Dementia Advisers are here for you, with expert advice and tailored support.

Dementia Support Forum

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