Useful contacts

Alzheimer’s Society

Alzheimer’s Society has a directory of local support services (available in English only). You might find that there are groups and services specifically for South Asian carers, though the availability of these services will vary.

If you are looking for advice or information about services you can phone the Dementia Support Line on 0333 150 3456 where you can speak to an advisor in English or Bengali/Urdu/Punjabi. To speak to an advisor in Bengali/Urdu/Punjabi, call the support line, state the language name, hang up and wait. The advisor will then call you back with an interpreter.

Phone: 0333 150 3456

Website: https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/

Age UK

You can phone the Age UK advice line on 0800 678 1602 (English only). This is a free and confidential phone service for older people, their families, friends and carers.

You can also find out if there is a local Age UK near you, who might provide carer support services, and guidance on claiming benefits or getting support from your council.

Phone: 0800 678 1602

Website: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/

Carers Trust

Through Carers Trust, you can find local carer services, such as support groups, in your area. Enter your postcode on the Carers Trust website to find a local service (English only).

Website: https://carers.org/

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