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Our dementia support workers offer information and practical guidance to help you understand dementia, cope with day-to-day challenges and prepare for the future.They offer information to people who are worried about their memory and ongoing support to people affected by dementia face to face, over…

It is easy to feel overwhelmed and neglect yourself when you are looking after someone with dementia. But caring for yourself is absolutely necessary, for two reasons: You will care better if you take time to recharge your batteries and build your resilience. You are…

In a cosy cinema for anyone who might benefit from a more relaxed environment. These screenings are designed to meet the needs of people living with dementia along with their families and carers. With lights left on low and the sound reduced, there is also a…

Really useful website with lots of information and advice supporting all people affected by dementia and their carers across West Berkshire. A group of individuals and organisations that are committed to making West Berkshire friendly to support people with dementia and their carers.

A website for younger people with dementia (people of working age) within Wokingham, Reading and West Berkshire. The Admiral Nurse will provide a robust nursing assessment and work to address the needs of the carer; this can be through providing emotional and/or practical support. Intervention can…

Admiral Nursing DIRECT is the Dementia UK national helpline and email service, provided by experienced Admiral Nurses and is for family and professional carers, people with dementia and those worried about their memory. It gives practical advice and emotional support to anyone affected by dementia.

Do you live with dementia or care for someone who does? Looking for a dementia-friendly activity? Come along to our Dementia Walks across West Berkshire! How to join  To book your place or find out about upcoming dates, please email Victoria Rowland, our Dementia Coordinator,…

Most dentists will treat people with special needs in their surgery. However, some people may not be able to get to their dental surgery because of a disability or medical condition. In this case, the dentist should refer the patient to a more specialised dental service.…

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We care for, connect with and campaign on behalf of all people affected by and at risk of diabetes, reaching people with diabetes in local communities across the UK. We are a growing community with more than 300,000 supporters nationwide – including people with diabetes, their friends…

AVAILABLE FOR CLIENTS I am a passionate and trained carer/support worker with more than 15 years of experience. I have worked in various settings including; care homes, supported living, live in carer, assisted living support. I have worked with people with mental health and drug…

We offer support for outreach, supported living and group living services, as well as short breaks and respite care. In Reading, we provide everything from 2 to 37 hours’ support weekly. We provide practical help as well as emotional support.

Looking for autism friendly things to do? Dimensions UK work with cinemas, libraries, museums and Belong by GAME Arenas. Each venue’s autism friendly training is tailored to their environment and guests. Adjustments include reduced sensory stimulation, increased signage and autism training for staff. Our training…

What are Direct Payments?Direct Payments are a way of arranging social care services for disabled children and young people and their families. A person with parental responsibility for a disabled child is given money to pay for the service instead of the local authority arranging…