Links to a wide range of National Organisations
Here are some links to a wide range of national organisations. This is provided as an information source only. DISC cannot be responsible for the contents of any external websites.
Age UK is a national organisation formed by the merging of Help the Aged and Age Concern. It is concerned with all aspects of ageing and caring for an ageing population Includes a forum. Your local branch may still be called Age Concern or Help the Aged and will still provide all the local services.
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Tourism for All is a national organisation which is dedicated to making tourism welcoming foreveryone. There is information for places in the UK and abroad.
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Carers UK can offer information relating to carers’ rights at work, financial assistance to carers, safety in the home and how to assess your needs as a carer. Includes a forum.
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SPECAL (Specialised Early Care for Alzheimer’s) is a charitable organisation with an innovative approach to the lifelong well-being of people with dementia.
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The Care Quality Commission is the independent regulatory body of health and care in England.
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The Department of Health For information for carers, including funding, grants, a carers’ forum and support services.
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The Stroke Association provides support for people concerned about the effects of having a stroke.
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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.
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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
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Carers Direct Telephone support to any carer. Freephone number Monday to Friday 8am to 9pm and at weekends 11am to 4pm 0808 8020202. Also provides information about dementia and diagnosis.
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First Stop offers an advice service for older people for housing, care, finance and your rights. Advice line 0800 3777070
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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.
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The Royal College of Psychiatrists produce a range of fact sheets about dementia, memory and depression.
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Alzheimer’s Scotland provides support to people living in Scotland. 24 hour freephone helpline 0808808 3000
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The Alzheimer’s Society has information on a wide range of dementia related topics. Includes a dementia forum.
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