What it does
Alzheimer's Society provides dementia information and support routes for people affected and carers. Its site includes local service and activity finding, a discussion forum and explainers about dementia terminology and everyday experiences.
Begin with the support route that fits your role: someone living with dementia may need a different resource from a family carer. Local support finding can identify services and activities near a chosen area. Written explainers cover questions such as the distinction between dementia and Alzheimer's disease and the meaning of young-onset dementia.
The forum provides peer discussion, while the advice pages and support line serve different purposes. A symptoms checklist is framed as a way to describe concerns to a GP or health professional, rather than as a diagnosis. That distinction is useful when preparing for a conversation and organizing what you have noticed.
Strengths
- Resources address both people living with dementia and carers.
- Local finding and peer discussion complement written explainers.
Best for
- UK readers and carers seeking dementia information and support resources.
Sources
- Alzheimer's Society (Oct 26, 2026)