People with dementia may lose mental capacity and become unable to make some decisions. The Mental Capacity Act is the law in England and Wales that protects people who lack capacity to make a decision.

Council tax support schemes from local authorities provide support for people on low income to pay their council tax. Find out more.

If you have dementia and live alone, this booklet is for you. Our guide on living alone is part of a series of nine booklets that have been written for people with dementia. Download a digital copy or order a printed version of the booklet here. 

Having dementia doesn’t mean you automatically have to give up work. This booklet gives advice on talking to your employer, ways they can support you, and how the law protects you if you continue to work. It also suggests ways to stay active and involved if you don’t work. Download a digital copy or order a printed version of the booklet here.

From the February 2015 issue of our magazine, Martina Kane, Senior Policy Officer, reports on how the Society has been working to influence England's new Care Act and how people can continue to affect how it is implemented.

Some people with dementia may find it hard to deal with money. Our guide on managing money is part of a series of nine booklets that have been written for people with dementia. Download a digital copy or order a printed version of the booklet here. 

From the August/September 2016 issue of our magazine, read more about DNR orders.

As dementia progresses, there may come a time when the person will struggle to manage their finances and affairs.

Some people will be eligible for discounts, disregards and exemptions on their council tax. All of these terms have different meanings, so it’s important to know the difference.

Some people affected by dementia are eligible for a discount on their council tax bill. We look at who needs to pay council tax, and the reductions, discounts and exemptions available.

Find out more about organisations that can give further information and support on benefits for people affected by dementia.

People affected by dementia who receive benefits may also be eligible for help with housing costs, such as housing benefit, SMI and support with council tax.