Age UK
Age UK is the country’s largest charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. They believe in a world where everyone can love later life and we work every day to achieve this.
Phone
0800 055 6112
Website
Age UKDementia UK
Dementia UK offers specialist one to one support and expert advice for people living with dementia.
Phone
0800 888 6678
Website
Dementia UK
Email
helpline@dementiauk.orgThe Silver Line
Free phone support for older people, 24 hours a day.
Phone
0800 470 80 90
Website
The Silver Line HelplineAlzheimer’s Society
Living with dementia can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone. From a listening ear on the phone, to a visit in person. From practical tips and advice, to opportunities to connect with others.
Phone
0333 150 3456
Website
Alzheimer’s SocietyHerbert Protocol
The Herbert Protocol is a national scheme introduced by the police in partnership with other agencies which encourages carers to compile useful information which could be used in the event of a vulnerable person going missing.
Posters
Herbert-Protocol-guidance (PDF)
Herbert Protocol poster (PDF)Good Hydration for Older People
Hydration is a key component of maintaining a healthy body and it is particularly important for older people to drink enough.
As well as affecting general health, dehydration can also lead to serious infections (such as urinary tract infection), make other illnesses worse or lead to physical injury as a result of a fall.
Good hydration videoFall Prevention
Falls prevention awareness is for everyone, at every age – visit West Berkshire directory for lots of information.
Website
www.directory.westberks.gov.ukLiving with Arthritis
Find out more about managing pain and fatigue, how healthy eating can help your arthritis, how to manage work and arthritis and the impact exercise can have on your arthritis. If your child has arthritis find out what help and support is available.
Website
www.arthritiscare.org.ukParkinsons UK
Parkinsons UK provide expert information on every aspect of Parkinson’s so that people affected by the condition can stay in control of their lives.
Phone
0808 800 0303Alzheimer’s Society Memory Cafés
The Alzheimer’s Society run several Memory Cafés locally which are an opportunity to talk about living with dementia in an informal social environment. They also provide information about dementia, local services and practical tips.
Find your nearest memory cafe and details about the festivities in the Bracknell cafe.
Website
www.alzheimers.org.uk
Email
sue.hamblin@alzheimers.org.ukReading Befrienders
Alzheimer’s Society UK is currently recruiting volunteer befrienders in the area. Get in touch to find out how you can make the most amazing difference to somebody living with dementia.
So much more than her dementia (PDF)Rheumatoid and Osteoarthritis Decision Aids
These decision aids are to help you decide which treatments you choose for rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis of the hip and knee.
Leaflets
Deciding what to do about Rheumatoid Arthritis (PDF)
Deciding what to do about Osteoarthritis of the hip (PDF)
Osteoarthritis of the knee (PDF)Dementia Carers Count
A charity for family carers of people with dementia, the dementia and carer communities. Family carers can be wives, partners, husbands, children, brothers, sisters, in-laws, close friends, grandchildren – in fact, anyone looking after someone with dementia.
Phone
020 3096 7894
Website
www.dementiacarers.org.ukDementia Friendly House Guide
If you have dementia, living at home gives you more independence and also means you can continue to enjoy your own familiar environment.
Making your home dementia friendly (PDF)