Help and support with dementia care

Our advice on caring for someone with dementia and on accessing the support you need to look after yourself. 

Find out about your health and social care options as well as practical tips. Here, we've selected content to support you with:

Adjusting to caring for a person with dementia 

Carers: Looking after yourself

Supporting a person with dementia can be positive and rewarding, but it can also be challenging. Looking after yourself is important.
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Communicating and dementia

Better communication can make a big difference when supporting someone with dementia. It can make things easier day to day and help you both feel more understood and connected.
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Denial and lack of insight

When a person is diagnosed, they may not understand or accept what they've been told. This makes it harder to talk to them about their dementia and know how to provide support.
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Washing and dressing

Get practical tips to help with washing, bathing, dressing and personal styling.
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Person-centred care

Person-centred care involves treating the person with dignity and respect. It's a tailored approach to care which takes into account their interests, abilities, history and personality.
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Greater dementia support, including care homes and hospital stays

Respite care

Respite care is temporary care that helps you, as a carer, to look after your own health and wellbeing. Learn about the benefits and the options available.
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This is me personal information leaflet

'This is me' helps health and social care professionals better understand who the person really is, which can help them deliver care that is tailored to the person's needs.
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End of life care and support

Caring for a person with dementia: A practical guide

Are you supporting someone living with dementia? Get your copy of the of our guide for carers.

Learn more about our practical guide