Dementia Care in Kent

Local Dementia Services in Kent

There are a growing number of people affected by dementia across the country and it is estimated that over 20,000 of them live in Kent. Caring for somebody affected by dementia can be challenging and it is often hard to know where to turn for help.ย 

In Kent, the NHS have been working on improving their dementia care services and there are now specialist Community Mental Health Services for Older People throughout the county. The NHS and dementia charities in Kent can be of great assistance to people at any stage of their dementia journey, from initial diagnosis to treatments. Follow the link below to find out more about the dementia care services available in Kent.

In The Spotlight... 5 Minutes with Jackie Tuppen from Cogs Clubs

Jackie Tuppen from Cogs ClubsCogs Clubs are one of Kent’s greatest resources for people affected by dementia. We spoke with their founder, Jackie Tuppen, to find out more about why she set the clubs up, what happens on a typical day and her advice for looking after people with dementia.

Help With Caring For Someone With Dementia

Being a carer to somebody with dementia poses a range of unique challenges. Fortunately, you are not alone in this and there is a great deal of support and information available for carers, both online and in your local communities.

Use the buttons below to read more of Age Spaceโ€™s advice on caring for someone with Dementia. You can also find out how to get in contact with initiatives and groups that local communities in Kent have set up to make them more dementia-friendly place to live, including coffee groups and exercise sessions.