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How we can support you

Caring for someone with dementia can be challenging and often overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. We’re here to support you with services designed specifically for carers.

Whether you’re looking to build your knowledge with our tailored carer training or looking to meet others who understand what it’s like to care for a loved one with dementia at our Carer Support Groups; our goal is to help you feel empowered, informed and supported every step of the way.

  • Carer Support Groups
  • Carer Training Sessions
Carer Support Groups

Carer support for you

Are you affected by dementia or living with someone with dementia? Would you like to meet other carers in a similar situation?

Our monthly Carer Support and Advice Sessions are free for anyone who cares for someone living with dementia and there’s no need to book.

They operate throughout Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme and Staffordshire Moorlands.

Our aim is to help you access the resources and support you need to ease your caring role and make informed decisions for yourself and those you care for.

What to expect?

We offer a welcoming and informal environment where carers and those they care for can come together to find mutual support, connect with others who share similar experiences and build new friendships.

Alongside this peer support, you’ll have the opportunity to meet with professionals, including support workers, and specialist dementia advisors. These experts are on hand to provide practical advice and answer any questions you have.

You can also seek guidance on important practical matters including assistance with navigating financial and legal matters such as applying for attendance allowance, lasting powers of attorney and potential council tax reductions.

Find your nearest group

We run several groups across North Staffordshire.

To find your nearest group, click below for more details.

Stoke-on-Trent Groups

Click HERE for more info

Newcastle-under-Lyme Groups

Click HERE for more info

Staffordshire Moorlands Groups

Click HERE for more info

Carer Training Sessions

Build on your knowledge of Dementia

Our training sessions raise awareness about dementia and also help others to understand how the disease affects those who have been diagnosed and their carers and families.

The free training for informal or family carers is a 3 part course with focus on developing an understanding of dementia, the important early indicators, the effect upon immediate family and friends and the management of challenging behaviours through a person-centred approach to care. This training is delivered either online via Zoom for 9 weeks or in-person across 3 weeks.

To find out more about our upcoming training dates, please contact our team on 01782 214999.

Course Overview

Session topics include:

-General Advice and Support
-What is Dementia? Types, Signs & Symptoms, and Managing Care
-Delirium: What Is It and How to Treat It
-Dementia Medications
-Lasting Power of Attorney and Advanced Planning
-Person-Centred Care
-Care of the Carer
-Admiral Nurse Q&A

The dementia training was clear, compassionate, and informative, giving me useful skills and guidance to support my dad now and in the future. 

-Course Attendee

For more information on our Carers Services, please contact our team: 

Call us: 01782 214999

Email: dsenquiries@dmhospice.org.uk