Looking out for dementia carers
How we support dementia carers
We share what support is available to carers who may be coping with challenging behaviours caused by someone’s dementia.
We’re here for everybody who is looking after someone with dementia in any kind of way, as a friend or family member. Helen Pyper, Head of Policy and Campaigns, Dementia Carers Count
Our head of Policy and Campaigns Helen Pyper chats to Laura Thorpe, Safeguarding Adults Manager at the Ann Craft Trust for an episode of the charity’s Safeguarding Matters podcast series.
Helen shares details of the support we offer to anyone caring for a family member or friend who’s living with dementia. She discusses the challenges dementia carers can face and what support is available.
The Ann Craft Trust is a national charity that exists to minimise the risk of abuse of adults. Through pioneering training, practice reviews and contributing to world-leading research, the charity supports organisations to safeguard adults and minimise the risk of harm.
Safeguarding Adults Week 2026
The Ann Craft Trust is inviting organisations, professionals, communities, and individuals across the UK to come together for Safeguarding Adults Week 2026, taking place from 16–22 November 2026, to raise awareness of key safeguarding issues and promote safer cultures for adults.
We’re taking part in Adult Safeguarding Week 2026
This year, Dementia Carers Count will be taking part in the week and sharing recommendations about how to improve the support available to dementia carers who may be struggling with difficult behaviours caused by someone’s dementia.
Are you struggling?
Call our Carer Support Line on 0800 652 1102 (Mon-Fri, 9-5) and talk to one of our specialists for advice and guidance.
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