Further information
There are several charities whose focus is on dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, including Dementia UK, Alzheimer’s Research UK and Alzheimer’s Society. The organisations all provide information about dementia and support to sufferers. Alzheimer’s Research UK is a good source of quantitative data about dementia.
Dementia Action Alliance are an alliance for organisations across England to connect, share best practice and take action on dementia. The alliance’s aim is to bring together leading organisations across England committed to transforming health and social care outcomes for people affected by dementia.
Dementia Connect Suffolk is the Alzheimer's Society's personalised support and advice service for anyone affected by dementia. It is available to anyone living in Suffolk, including Waveney.
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