Links to National Organisations
Here are some links to a wide range of national organisations. This is provided as an information source only. Dementia web cannot be responsible for the contents of any external websites.
Guideposts Trust provide direct services in the community for people with or recovering from mental health issues, for people with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, for people with a learning disability and for children with special needs.
Age UK is the new force combining Help the Aged and Age Concern. Age UK has a vision of a world in which older people flourish. It aims to improve later life for everyone through its information and advice, campaigns, products, training and research. Online forum 
Alzheimer's Scotland provides a support service to people living in Scotland. 24 hour freephone helpline number 0808808 3000
The Alzheimer's Research Trust is at the forefront of research into Alzheimer's and other dementias. You can contact the trust for information about dementia, research or to make a donation.
The Alzheimer's Society has information on a wide range of dementia related topics. Includes a dementia forum.
The Care Quality Commission is the independent regulatory body of health and care in England. It can provide independent reports and quality ratings on all care homes in your area.
Carers UK has information on a wide range of dementia related topics. Includes a dementia forum.
Dementia UK The charity has four core areas: Admiral Nurses provide practical and emotional support to family carers of people with dementia. A telephone helpline. Dementia UK training. Uniting carers. Contact 020 7874 7200 
The Department of Health for information for carers, including funding, grants, a carers' forum and support services. Includes a dementia forum.
The Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists provide contacts for local registered practitioners. Telephone number 0207 2348620
First Stop offers an advice service for older people for housing, care, finance and your rights. Advice line 0800 3777070
Help The Aged has information about all aspects of being older - research into ageing, providing care for the elderly, financial help for carers Includes a forum.
The National Health Service website has a wide range of information about dementia including symptoms and early signs and the process of getting a diagnosis.
RNIB Royal National Institute of Blind PeopleInformation and support to anyone with concerns about their sight and eye health. Helpline number 0303 123 9999. E-mail helpline@rnib.org.uk
The Royal College of Psychiatrists produce a range of fact sheets about dementia, memory and depression.
The Residents and Relatives' Association exists for older people needing or living in residential care homes and their families. Can offer a listening ear, information and advice on a wide range of issues relating to residential care.
SPECAL (Specialised Early Care for Alzheimer's) is a charitable organisation with an innovative approach to the lifelong well-being of people with dementia.
The Stroke Association provides support for people concerned about the effects of having a stroke.
