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  1. What is dementia
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Living with dementia

How family can help

How family can help

Dementia affects the whole family. Find out how family members can help the person diagnosed - and where to go for support for yourself. Read more

Published: 14th October, 2016

Updated: 12th March, 2021

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Everyday living

Everyday living

People with dementia can still do so much. Here's a few tips to living as well as possible after a diagnosis of dementia, based on what people with dementia themselves say. Read more

Published: 15th January, 2017

Updated: 12th March, 2021

Author: Stephany Bardzil

Planning ahead

Planning ahead

If you have been given a diagnosis of dementia there is a lot to think about. Once you and your family have had a chance to take in the diagnosis, it is a good idea to take stock and start to think about the future. Read more

Published: 15th January, 2017

Updated: 7th January, 2021

Author: Stephany Bardzil

30 ways to help

30 ways to help

As we mark our 30th year, Devizes discussion group members and our staff contribute 30 ways to help someone living with dementia. Read more

Published: 17th January, 2020

Updated: 15th March, 2021

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  • Rachel and Laura

    Rachel and Laura

    Meet our fundraisers. Rachel Fear and Laura Crouch are there to help you every step of they way.

  • Denim4Dementia 2022 appeal

    Thank you for supporting Denim4Dementia! Your donation will support people living with dementia and family carers in Wiltshire.

  • Host a Jubi-TEA

    Host a Jubi-TEA

    Host a Jubi-TEA for dementia as you celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee in the special bank holiday weekend in June.

  • Claire's story

    Claire's story

    Claire Hamill was diagnosed with dementia at the age of 39. The mother of twin teenage girls is supported by her whole family who try to keep life as normal as possible - with help from Alison and Michelle from Alzheimer's Support.

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  • Dementia advisers

    Dementia advisers

    Our 11 dementia advisers give support, information and advice and stay in touch regularly. They are the first port of call after a diagnosis of dementia - and as things change over time.

  • Music for the Mind

    Music for the Mind

    Music for the Mind is uplifting and hugely beneficial for people living with dementia. We run 10 groups in Wiltshire - and you don't need to be a good singer to take part.

  • Key staff

  • This week's events at Alzheimer's Support

    This week's events at Alzheimer's Support

    Our regular community activity groups for people living with dementia in Wiltshire, updated weekly.

  • Mill Street Club, Trowbridge

    Mill Street Club, Trowbridge

    Mill Street Club is open four days a week, bringing companionship, stimulation and activity to people living with dementia in West Wiltshire.

  • Memory cafes

    Memory cafes

    Our seven memory cafes meet monthly to give the whole family a chance to find out more about dementia, socialise with others in the same situation and chat informally to professionals.

  • Support worker vacancy

    Support worker vacancy

    Patient, caring and reliable? We have interesting and rewarding work providing care and companionship for people living with dementia. Apply today.

  • Old Silk Works, Warminster

    Old Silk Works, Warminster

    Our newest - and largest - day club opened in May 2018 in our newly renovated, purpose designed Dementia Centre

  • Training courses for family carers

    Training courses for family carers

    Free online and in-person training courses for unpaid family carers. Find out more about dementia and the practical help that can make all the difference.

  • How and where we work

    How and where we work

    Find the support you need to live well with dementia.

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Keep in touch!

Tell us how you'd like us to keep in touch with news of our work and activities. Read more

Published: 18th April, 2018

Updated: 11th May, 2018

Author: Stephany Bardzil

Salisbury Dementia Centre appeal

Salisbury Dementia Centre appeal

Support our exciting plans for a dementia centre and day club in Salisbury. Donate today! Read more

Published: 25th June, 2021

Updated: 17th September, 2021

Author: Stephany Bardzil

Day Club Manager - Devizes

Day Club Manager - Devizes

Are you an enthusiastic and energetic team leader with a can-do attitude? Interested in supporting people with dementia and their family carers? This could be the perfect job for you. Read more

Published: 9th May, 2022

Updated: 17th May, 2022

Author: Stephany Bardzil

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