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Get dementia support
Dementia is an umbrella term caused by diseases like Alzheimer’s that affect the brain. It can make it harder to remember things, think, make decisions or do day to day tasks.
Although most people with dementia are over 65, dementia is not a part of getting older and you can get it at a younger age.
If you have dementia or care for someone who does, there is support available that can help you continue to do the things you love and live independently for as long as it is safe.
Where to start
- If you or someone you know is showing signs of dementia
An early diagnosis can mean treatment that help reduce some of the symptoms and give you more time to find care and support. So it can help to know what dementia is, symptoms to look out for and how to get a diagnosis.
Get dementia information from the NHS
- Get support after a dementia diagnosis
After a diagnosis, you may need some time to take everything in. Greenwich Mindcare provide people living with dementia and their carers, information, advice and support. They also offer free dementia training for unpaid carers.
Get local dementia support from Mindcare
- Hear from other people with dementia
Read about the experiences of other people with dementia or have virtual chats with them and others affected by dementia such as unpaid carers.
Join the Alzheimer's Society Dementia Support Forum
- See if you can get support from your local council
As your needs change, you may be able to get support from the council by doing an assessment. This is not a test. It's a way for us to see your strengths and what support you need.
Check if you could get support from the Royal Borough of Greenwich
- Check if you’re entitled to any benefits
You may be able to get financial support if you are over 65, have dementia or a disability. If you care for someone with dementia, you may also be able to claim Carer’s Allowance to help you with the costs of caring.
Find benefits that you may be eligible for on GOV.UK
Living with dementia
A dementia diagnosis does not mean you have to stop doing the things you enjoy.
Being active and social can also help you manage your dementia and your overall health and wellbeing.
Find dementia friendly activities
Find dementia social and support groups
Dementia can make it harder to do some day-to-day activities like cooking, cleaning and getting out and about safely. But there is support to help you live as independently as you can.
Finding local support
There are lots of different community groups, activities and organisations that offer support to people affected by dementia.
Browse local dementia support on our directory
Find a dementia inclusive business
Making Greenwich more dementia inclusive
There are local groups working to make Greenwich a better and safer place to live, work, learn or visit for people with dementia and their carers.
Have your say on dementia services in Greenwich
You can have your say on dementia services, share your experiences and help make Greenwich a more dementia inclusive place to live. To do this you can join the Dementia Reference Group.
Learn more about the Dementia Reference Group
Make your organisation dementia inclusive
The number of people living with dementia is rising so it’s important to make sure customer services help people feel valued and included.
If you run a business or organisation, there are small things you can do to make it more dementia inclusive.
Find out more about becoming a dementia inclusive organisation
Dementia inclusive organisations promise to be welcoming, supportive and respectful to people living with dementia, and their carers.