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This Dementia Action Week, we're speaking out and we're speaking up for dementia carers who don't have any alternative care arrangements in place. This is the case for over three quarters of dementia carers.

Helen and her siblings struggled to support their mum when their dad, her main carer, received a cancer diagnosis and died a few weeks later.

Debbie has to continue her caring role however she is feeling. She has no time to look after her own health needs.

Elaine was struggling to remain conscious after being admitted to hospital, but needed to find care for her mum

Angela worries a lot about what would happen to her husband if she becomes ill

We welcome the Casey Commission’s commitment to the long-term transformation of social care, but carers are at breaking point now.

People living with dementia often feel a natural urge to walk, which can offer numerous physical and emotional benefits. By understanding the motivations behind the wish to walk and implementing key safety measures, families and caregivers can support safer walking while maintaining a sense of independence.

The Chancellor's Spring Statement didn't consider the realities of being a 24/7 dementia carer

We're proud to be accredited as a Living Wage Employer, showing our commitment to fair pay and employee well-being.

On International Women's Day let's thank and acknowledge female dementia carers and make sure they get the support they need.

Over 1,200 dementia carers responded to our survey. 76% don't have alternative care plans if they're not there to care.

Lisa cancelled surgery as it proved impossible to arrange alternative care for her husband. We're campaigning so dementia carers get the support they need.