Crisis
We're sharing what carers want other people to understand about looking after someone with dementia. John, who cared for his wife, shares how what they both needed most was simple human contact...
When bladder and bowel problems become part of dementia care
For many carers, it’s not memory loss that feels like the biggest turning point—it’s when bladder and bowel problems begin.
The last taboo
Over half of dementia carers find themselves navigating continence care. We need to talk about the support they need.
What I wish you all knew…continence care can be tricky
Continence care can be tricky when you're caring for someone with dementia.
Too many dementia carers are reaching crisis
Our 2025 survey findings are a stark reminder of the relentless challenges faced by dementia carers. Too many are reaching crisis.
Thank you for taking part in our 2025 carer survey
Share your experiences and views in our 2025 survey and help us improve the support available to dementia carers
What if…I can’t care?
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.
What if…my own health didn’t have to suffer?
Debbie has to continue her caring role however she is feeling. She has no time to look after her own health needs.
What if…there’s an emergency?
Elaine was struggling to remain conscious after being admitted to hospital, but needed to find care for her mum
What if…I wasn’t so terrified of what might happen?
Angela worries a lot about what would happen to her husband if she becomes ill
