Posted on:
September 30th, 2024
Last reviewed:
January 3rd, 2025
I live alone – where can I find help?
Depending on what you need help with, when you’re living with dementia it’s important that you put support networks in place so that you can access help when you need it. Start by identifying key people who can help out with aspects that are: - Practical i.e. help with gardening, cleaning, shopping - Financial i.e. trusted advice on money issues and planning for the future - Emotional i.e. staying active, keeping loneliness at bay, finding purpose If you live alone, you may not be used to asking for help. Consider writing a list of who is best to help with a particular task by looking at family members, friends, neighbours and professionals. Practise talking about your diagnosis and have a think about how you might ask for help, if this is not something that comes easy to you. You can also look at those around you in your community, for example, contacting local places of worship and speaking with trusted shopkeepers and your pharmacist. You can also try: *Social services *GP *Local community groups – search here for what’s in your area as a starting place . You can connect with others who can help you with tips on asking for help on our online forum here and find out what’s available in your area, here Other sources of help include: *Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Support Line: call 0333 150 3456. More information can be found online at www.alzheimers.org.uk *Dementia UK’s Dementia Helpline: call 0800 888 6678. You can find more online at www.dementiauk.org and you can also chat to an Admiral Nurse on the above helpline number. *Citizens Advice https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/ *Age UK Advice Line 0800 678 1602. Sources: https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-support/staying-independent/living-alone#:~:text=Find%20groups%20near%20you%20or,or%20out%20in%20the%20community.Other relevant FAQs you might like...
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