There a wealth of support services both locally and nationally. Below are a list of some of the many independently provided services for people living with dementia and their carers. Carer’s folders are available on the wards with information and support. Please ask a member of staff if you would like access them.
National Organisations
Alzheimer’s Society
0300 222 11 22
www.alzheimers.org.uk
Age UK
0800 169 6565
www.ageuk.org.uk
Other Support Organisations
Admiral Nurse Direct
0845 257 9406
www.dementiauk.org
Carers’ Support
01304 364637
www.carers-supportcdt.org.uk
Crossroads
0845 450 0350
MIND
0300 123 3393
www.mind.org.uk
Carers Direct Helpline
0808 802 0202
www.nhs.uk
Carers UK
0808 808 7777
www.carersuk.org
Kent Dementia Helpline
0800 500 3014
Other Useful contacts
Kent Fire and Rescue Service
0800 923 7000
