Links, Resources and Helplines
There is a great deal of help and support available for people affected by dementia. Here is a selection of websites and helplines we think you’ll find useful.
Alzheimer Scotland
Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. They have a huge amount of advice and information available on their website.
» https://www.alzscot.org
They also run a 24-hour helpline. 0808 808 3000
Age Scotland
Age Scotland is Scotland’s national charity for older people. They also have a wide range of relevant information on their website.
» https://www.ageuk.org.uk/scotland
Their helpline is free to call on 0800 12 44 222 and available Monday to Friday 9.00am – 5.00pm.
Dementia Carers Count
Dementia Carers Count is a charity that supports the family care partners of people living with dementia.
» https://dementiacarers.org.uk/
Their helpline number for carers is 0800 652 1102
Connecting People, Connecting Support
Resources and acitivites online for people with dementia, their family members and supporters
» https://dementiatogether.online/
Rare Dementia Support
Rare Dementia Support offers specialist social, emotional and practical support services for individuals living with, or affected by, a rare dementia diagnosis.
Meeting Centres Info & Resources
If you would like to find out more about Meeting Centres, there is a wealth of information on Worcester University’s Meeting Centres website.
» https://meetingcentres.wordpress.com/
This includes a regular newsletter, blog and resources to help you develop a Meeting Centre.
The MeetingDem Network is the international knowledge exchange and research collaborative for Meeting Centres worldwide.
» https://meetingdem.eu/
