The Complete Six-Stage Dementia Care Journey

A systematic framework for understanding what comes next and making informed decisions at every stage

Why You Need a Framework for the Dementia Journey

When you're facing dementia—whether as a person diagnosed, a family member, or a caregiver—the journey ahead feels overwhelming and unpredictable. You're bombarded with information, advice, and opinions, but what you really need is a clear understanding of where you are now, what's coming next, and what decisions you'll need to make.

That's why we've developed this six-stage framework. It transforms an overwhelming, chaotic experience into a navigable journey with predictable phases, common challenges, and proven solutions.

This isn't about medicalizing every aspect of dementia or reducing your loved one to a checklist. It's about giving you the knowledge and tools to:

Understand what's happening now and what's likely coming next
Make proactive decisions rather than reactive, crisis-driven ones
Access the right resources and support at the right time
Plan ahead while maintaining quality of life in the present
Feel less alone by understanding that millions of families have navigated this path before you

How to Use This Framework

The six-stage framework is not a rigid timeline. Dementia progression varies enormously between individuals—some people remain in early stages for years, while others progress more rapidly. Some stages overlap, and the boundaries between them aren't always clear.

Use this framework to:

Identify where you are: Understanding your current stage helps you focus on relevant information and ignore what's not yet applicable
Anticipate what's next: Knowing the likely progression helps you plan ahead without becoming overwhelmed by distant future scenarios
Find stage-appropriate resources: Each stage has specific support needs—this framework connects you to the right tools at the right time
Make informed decisions: Understanding typical stage progression helps you make decisions that balance current needs with future considerations
Benchmark your experience: See how your situation compares to other families at similar stages

Not sure which stage you're in? Take our free benchmark assessment to identify your current position and get personalized recommendations.

Overview of the Six Stages

Here's what the complete dementia care journey typically looks like:

Stage	Primary Focus	Typical Duration	Key Decisions
Stage 1 Recognition & Diagnosis	Understanding what's happening, getting diagnosis, legal planning	3-6 months	Seeking diagnosis, arranging Power of Attorney, initial planning
Stage 2 Early Home Care	Managing daily life, maintaining independence, building support	1-4 years	Home care support, safety modifications, caregiver sustainability
Stage 3 Increased Support Needs	Addressing inadequate home care, considering residential options	3-6 months	Intensive home care vs. residential care, family capacity assessment
Stage 4 Researching Care Homes	Systematic evaluation and selection of residential care	4-8 weeks	Choosing care home, understanding contracts, managing placement
Stage 5 Settling Into Care	Supporting transition, monitoring quality, redefining family role	Ongoing	Supporting adjustment, building staff relationships, care advocacy
Stage 6 Advanced/End-of-Life	Ensuring comfort, dignity, and peaceful death	Months to years	Advance care planning, medical interventions, end-of-life care

Stage 1: Recognition & Diagnosis

Where you are: You've noticed changes. Memory lapses, confusion, behavioral shifts that go beyond "normal aging." You're trying to understand what's happening and whether professional help is needed.

What This Stage Involves

Recognizing early warning signs and symptoms
Navigating the GP appointment and referral process
Understanding memory clinic assessments
Receiving and processing the diagnosis
Immediate legal and financial planning (Power of Attorney is critical)
Beginning to educate yourself about dementia

Critical Actions in Stage 1

These must be done while your loved one still has mental capacity:

Arrange Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) – Both Property/Financial Affairs and Health/Welfare. This is THE most important action in Stage 1. Without it, you'll face expensive, lengthy court deputyship applications later.
Update or create Will if not already in place
Document current wishes about future care preferences
Review financial situation – understand assets, income, property
Inform DVLA of dementia diagnosis (legal requirement)

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Delaying GP appointment hoping things will improve
Not documenting specific incidents and symptoms before appointments
Postponing legal planning assuming there's "plenty of time"
Keeping diagnosis secret from family members who need to know
Making dramatic life changes (selling home, quitting job) in panic mode

Key Resources for Stage 1

Essential Reading:
- What is Dementia – Understanding the condition
- Types of Dementia – Alzheimer's, vascular, Lewy body, frontotemporal
- Dementia Symptoms & Early Signs – Recognizing warning signs
- Stages of Dementia – Understanding progression
Detailed Stage 1 Guide:[Stage 1: Recognition & Diagnosis – Complete Guide]
Support: Alzheimer's Society Dementia Connect – 0333 150 3456

Typical duration: 3-6 months from first concerns to confirmed diagnosis and initial planning completion.

Moving to Stage 2: Once diagnosis is confirmed and legal planning complete, focus shifts to managing daily life and implementing support systems.

Stage 2: Early Home Care

Where you are: Diagnosis confirmed. Your loved one is still largely independent but needs increasing support. You're learning to be a caregiver while maintaining work, family, and normal life. Home care is manageable—for now.

What This Stage Involves

Learning dementia caregiving skills and communication strategies
Establishing routines and home safety measures
Managing medications and medical appointments
Deciding whether to engage professional home care support
Balancing independence with necessary supervision
Caregiver self-care and preventing burnout
Navigating benefits and funding for home care

Key Challenges in Stage 2

Role reversal: Especially difficult for adult children caring for parents
Work-life balance: Many Stage 2 caregivers are still employed
Resistance to help: Person with dementia may insist they don't need support
Driving cessation: Emotionally difficult but often necessary transition
Managing behavioral changes: Anxiety, repetition, suspicion, aggression
Caregiver isolation: Social activities decline as caregiving demands increase

When to Consider Professional Home Care

Signs you might benefit from home care support:

You're exhausted and burning out
Supervision needed during work hours
Physical care becoming difficult
You need respite to maintain your own health
Companionship would benefit your loved one

Find home care support: Search our database of 10,000+ qualified home care professionals specializing in dementia care.

Key Resources for Stage 2

Essential Reading:
- Dementia Caregiving Basics – Fundamental principles and techniques
- Daily Care for Dementia Patients: What Really Works – Practical day-to-day strategies
Detailed Stage 2 Guide:[Stage 2: Early Home Care – Complete Guide]
Support: Dementia UK Admiral Nurses – 0800 888 6678

Typical duration: 1-4 years, though varies significantly based on dementia type and individual progression.

Moving to Stage 3: When current home care arrangements become inadequate for safety or quality of life, and caregiver capacity is exceeded, families transition to Stage 3.

Stage 3: Increased Support Needs

Where you are: Home care is becoming overwhelming. Safety concerns are escalating. You're exhausted. The arrangements that worked in Stage 2 are no longer adequate, and you're reluctantly considering whether residential care might be necessary.

What This Stage Involves

Recognizing when current care arrangements are failing
Exploring intensive home care options (live-in care, increased support)
Confronting the question: "Is it time for residential care?"
Navigating family disagreements about care decisions
Overcoming guilt about considering residential placement
Managing crisis situations and hospital discharge pressure
Understanding financial implications of different care options

Signs Current Arrangements Are Inadequate

Safety Red Flags:

Frequent falls even with supervision
Wandering incidents or attempts to leave home
Fire hazards (leaving stove on despite safeguards)
Medication errors despite management systems
Significant weight loss from inadequate eating

Caregiver Capacity Red Flags:

Your own health deteriorating
Severe sleep deprivation
Using alcohol or medication to cope
Feeling angry or resentful toward your loved one
Your work or family relationships in crisis
Complete social isolation

The Residential Care Decision

Stage 3 is where most families confront the hardest question: Is residential care the right answer?

Why families choose residential care:

Safety can no longer be ensured at home
Quality of life improves with professional care and social engagement
Caregiver health requires ending intensive 24/7 care
Quality of care exceeds what family can provide
Medical needs require professional nursing oversight

Overcoming the guilt: Almost every family experiences profound guilt about residential placement. This guilt is normal but often based on outdated assumptions about care homes and unrealistic expectations of family caregiving capacity. Choosing appropriate professional care is loving, not abandoning.

Key Resources for Stage 3

Detailed Stage 3 Guide: Stage 3: Increased Support Needs – Complete Guide
Financial Planning: Funding & Costs Explained
Support: Admiral Nurses – 0800 888 6678 for help with difficult transitions

Typical duration: 3-6 months for planned transitions, though crisis situations compress this timeline dramatically.

Moving to Stage 4: Once the decision is made that residential care is appropriate (whether immediately or in near future), families move to systematic care home research and selection.

Stage 4: Researching Care Homes

Where you are: Decision made—your loved one needs residential care. Now comes the overwhelming task of choosing the right care home from hundreds of options. You want to get this right; it's one of the most important decisions you'll ever make.

What This Stage Involves

Defining your requirements (care level, location, budget, specializations)
Searching and filtering care home options systematically
Understanding CQC reports and quality indicators
Visiting and evaluating potential homes
Asking the right questions during tours
Comparing options objectively
Understanding contracts and fee structures
Making final selection with confidence

The Systematic Research Process

Step 1: Define Requirements

Clarify your non-negotiables:

Care level needed (residential vs. nursing)
Dementia specialization required
Geographic boundaries
Budget constraints
Specific medical or behavioral support needs

Step 2: Build Shortlist

Use DementiaCarechoices.com database to identify potential homes
Filter by CQC ratings, location, specializations
Review CQC inspection reports: Understanding CQC Reports guide
Create shortlist of 5-8 homes to visit

Step 3: Visit and Evaluate

Schedule tours of top 3-5 homes
Use our Quality Assessment Guide during visits
Ask comprehensive questions: Questions to Ask Care Homes
Return visits to top 2-3 homes at different times of day

Step 4: Compare and Decide

Use comparison tools to evaluate objectively
Balance data with gut feeling
Make final selection
Review contract thoroughly before signing

Quality Indicators That Matter

Beyond CQC ratings, observe:

Staff behavior: Respectful, patient, engaged interactions with residents
Resident appearance: Clean, well-groomed, appropriately dressed
Atmosphere: Calm, pleasant, homelike rather than institutional
Activities: Meaningful engagement, not just entertainment
Food quality: Appetizing, nutritious, residents actually eating
Cleanliness: Clean without strong chemical smells
Staff-to-resident ratios: Adequate staffing for quality care

Red Flags to Eliminate Homes From Consideration

CQC rating of Inadequate or recent enforcement action
Strong urine or fecal odors throughout home
Residents in soiled clothing or appearing unkempt
Staff speaking disrespectfully to or about residents
Multiple residents distressed, calling out, agitated
Manager refusing to show certain areas or answer basic questions

Key Resources for Stage 4

Search Tool: Care Home Directory – Comprehensive searchable database
Evaluation Framework: Quality Assessment Guide
CQC Guide: Understanding CQC Reports
Question Bank: Questions to Ask Care Homes
Detailed Stage 4 Guide: Stage 4: Researching Care Homes – Complete Guide

Typical duration: 4-8 weeks for planned transitions; crisis situations compress this to days or weeks.

Moving to Stage 5: Once placement is confirmed and move-in date set, focus shifts to supporting the transition and settling-in process.

Stage 5: Settling Into Residential Care

Where you are: Your loved one has moved into residential care. You're experiencing relief mixed with guilt, grief, and worry. You're wondering if you made the right choice and trying to figure out what your role is now.

What This Stage Involves

Supporting your loved one through the transition
Managing the complex emotions of placement
Building relationships with care home staff
Redefining your role from caregiver to advocate
Monitoring quality of care
Making visits meaningful
Reclaiming your own life after intensive caregiving

The Emotional Reality of Placement

Common family emotions are complex and often contradictory:

Relief: Professional care provides respite after exhausting caregiving
Guilt: About feeling relief, about "putting them in a home," about broken promises
Grief: Loss of home-based care, symbolic acknowledgment of disease progression
Anxiety: Are they well cared for? Did we choose correctly?
Second-guessing: Especially if initial adjustment is difficult

All these emotions are normal. Relief doesn't mean you don't love them. Grief doesn't mean you made the wrong decision. Guilt is almost universal but usually undeserved.

The First Weeks: What to Expect

Adjustment varies widely. Some people settle quickly; others take weeks or months.

Common initial reactions:

Confusion about where they are and why
Repeatedly asking to go home
Withdrawal or appearing sad
Anger at family "for doing this"
OR surprisingly quick adjustment (this is also normal)

Supporting adjustment:

Visit frequently initially (daily or every other day for first 2-3 weeks)
Stay for meals to provide familiar face
Bring familiar items and favorite snacks
Communicate preferences and routines to staff
Be patient—adjustment takes time

Your New Role: From Caregiver to Advocate

Residential placement fundamentally changes your role:

What changes:

Physical caregiving now provided by professional staff
24/7 responsibility transferred to care home
Daily management (meals, medications, routines) handled by home

Your ongoing role:

Family member: Visiting, maintaining relationship, providing love
Advocate: Ensuring appropriate care, raising concerns
Monitor: Observing quality, noting changes
Partner: Working with care team, sharing information
Connector: Maintaining links to former life and interests

Monitoring Quality of Care

Ongoing observation ensures appropriate care:

Personal care (clean, groomed, appropriate clothing)
Nutrition and hydration (eating adequately, weight stable)
Emotional wellbeing (mood, engagement, staff interactions)
Environment (clean room, personal items cared for)
Social engagement (participating in activities, not isolated)

Red flags requiring immediate action: Unexplained injuries, signs of neglect, sudden behavioral changes, medication errors, any suspicion of abuse.

Key Resources for Stage 5

Detailed Stage 5 Guide: Stage 5: Settling Into Residential Care – Complete Guide
Support: Admiral Nurses – 0800 888 6678
Safeguarding: Contact CQC (03000 616161) or local authority safeguarding for serious concerns

Duration: Stage 5 continues throughout residential care placement. Settling-in typically takes 4-12 weeks, but the advocacy and relationship-building role continues indefinitely.

Moving to Stage 6: As dementia progresses to advanced stage with significant physical decline, families transition to end-of-life care focus.

Stage 6: Advanced/End-of-Life Care

Where you are: Your loved one has reached advanced dementia. They likely cannot communicate verbally, recognize family, or perform basic self-care. You're preparing for the inevitable while ensuring their remaining time is comfortable and dignified.

What This Stage Involves

Understanding advanced dementia and physical decline
Making difficult medical decisions (DNACPR, treatment escalation)
Palliative and comfort-focused care
Recognizing signs of approaching death
Being present at the end
Practical matters after death
Processing grief and bereavement

Understanding Advanced Dementia

Late-stage dementia is a terminal condition. Physical changes include:

Bedbound or chair-bound, unable to walk
Minimal or no verbal communication
Difficulty swallowing, risk of aspiration
Complete incontinence
Frequent infections (pneumonia, UTIs)
Significant weight loss
Increased vulnerability to pressure sores

What they can still experience: Despite profound impairment, people in advanced dementia can still experience comfort and discomfort, emotional tone of environment, familiar presence, and sensory experiences (music, gentle touch). Hearing often remains even when all other senses have deteriorated.

Critical Medical Decisions

DNACPR (Do Not Attempt CPR)

In advanced dementia, CPR is almost never successful and causes suffering. Most families choose DNACPR to allow natural, peaceful death rather than traumatic resuscitation attempt.

Treatment Escalation Plans

Document what treatments should and shouldn't be used:

Antibiotics for infections (when to treat vs. focus on comfort)
Hospital admission (when appropriate vs. when to avoid)
Artificial nutrition (PEG tubes—evidence shows these do NOT benefit people with advanced dementia)
IV fluids and other interventions

Best Interests Decisions

Without capacity, decisions made based on:

Previously expressed wishes
Current quality of life
Likelihood of treatment benefit
Burden vs. benefit of intervention
Family views and medical assessment

Palliative Care Focus

Care shifts from life-prolonging to comfort-focused:

Comfort: Managing symptoms to maximize quality of remaining life
Dignity: Respectful, person-centered care until death
Quality over quantity: Comfort prioritized over prolonging life
Family support: Emotional and practical support for loved ones

Most people with advanced dementia die peacefully in their care home with support from care staff, GP, district nurses, and specialist palliative care teams when needed.

Recognizing the Dying Process

Weeks to Days Before Death:

Increased sleeping, less alert
Decreased interest in food and drink
Withdrawal from surroundings
Increased physical weakness

Days to Hours Before Death:

Changes in breathing (irregular, long pauses)
Skin pale, mottled, cool extremities
Restlessness or picking at bedclothes
Congestion (rattling sounds—not uncomfortable for person)
Decreased responsiveness

Being Present at the End

What to do during final hours:

Be present—your loved one may be aware even without response
Talk to them, share memories, give permission to let go
Physical comfort—hold hands, gentle touch
Music from their era
Simply being there—quiet presence is enough

If you're not there when death occurs: Many people die when family is absent. This doesn't mean you failed them. Your love and years of care matter more than presence at final breath.

After Death: Practical Matters

Registering death (within 5 days)
Funeral arrangements
Final care home invoice and closing accounts
Notifying organizations (banks, pension providers, utilities)
Estate and probate

Grief and Bereavement

Grief after long dementia illness is complex:

Anticipatory grief: You've been grieving for years before death
Relief and guilt: Relief their suffering ended is normal and loving—not guilt-worthy
Complicated patterns: Delayed grief, unexpected intensity, minimal grief—all valid

Supporting yourself:

Allow yourself to grieve without timeline
Talk about them, share memories
Join bereavement groups
Professional counseling if grief is overwhelming
Self-care and patience with yourself

Key Resources for Stage 6

Detailed Stage 6 Guide: Stage 6: Advanced/End-of-Life Care – Complete Guide
End-of-Life Support: Marie Curie – 0800 090 2309
Bereavement Support: Cruse – 0808 808 1677
Admiral Nurses: 0800 888 6678 – Support through end-of-life and bereavement

Duration: Advanced dementia can last months to several years. The dying process itself (recognizable final decline) typically unfolds over days to weeks.

Navigating Transitions Between Stages

Stage boundaries aren't always clear. Some families move smoothly through predictable progression; others experience sudden changes or crisis-driven transitions.

Planned vs. Crisis Transitions

Planned Transitions (Ideal)

Gradual recognition of changing needs
Time to research options and make informed decisions
Opportunity to prepare emotionally and practically
Proactive rather than reactive approach

Crisis Transitions (Common but Challenging)

Sudden health event (fall, infection, hospitalization)
Caregiver breakdown or illness
Hospital discharge pressure
Emergency placement decisions

How to avoid crisis transitions:

Recognize stage changes early
Begin preliminary research before urgent need
Have difficult conversations before crisis forces them
Build support network in advance
Plan for "what if" scenarios

When Stages Overlap

Sometimes you're simultaneously in multiple stages:

Managing Stage 2 home care while beginning Stage 3 evaluation of options
Researching care homes (Stage 4) while still providing intensive home care (Stage 3)
Settled into residential care (Stage 5) while also managing advanced dementia symptoms (Stage 6)

This is normal. The framework provides guidance, not rigid boundaries.

Using DementiaCarechoices.com Throughout Your Journey

We've designed our platform to support you through every stage with the right tools at the right time.

Stage-Specific Resources

Stage 1: Educational articles about dementia types, symptoms, diagnosis process
Stage 2: Home care professional database, caregiving guides, self-care resources
Stage 3: Decision frameworks, financial planning tools, crisis management guides
Stage 4: Care home directory, quality assessment tools, CQC report guidance, comparison features
Stage 5: Settling-in support, advocacy resources, monitoring tools
Stage 6: End-of-life planning templates, bereavement resources

Universal Tools Available at Every Stage

Free Benchmark Assessment: Identify your current stage, compare your situation to other families, get personalized recommendations
Care Candidates (Shortlist): Save and compare home care professionals or care homes
Decision Tools: Frameworks for evaluating options systematically
Community Forums: Connect with families at similar stages
Expert Resources: Downloadable guides, checklists, templates

Our Independent Approach

Unlike commission-based referral services, DementiaCarechoices.com operates on transparent, independent principles:

No conflicts of interest: We don't take commissions on placements
Objective information: All providers meeting quality standards receive equal treatment
Family-first methodology: Decision frameworks help you choose based on needs, not our financial incentives
Professional standards: Systematic evaluation approaches developed from best practices

The Wider Context: Not Just a Medical Journey

Dementia affects every aspect of life—relationships, finances, employment, identity, family dynamics. Understanding the six stages helps you navigate not just medical progression but the complete human experience.

Relationship Changes

Role reversal: Adult children becoming parents to parents
Spousal relationships: From partner to caregiver
Family dynamics: Sibling conflicts, caregiver burden distribution
Social connections: Isolation as social activities decline

Financial Impact

Lost income: Reduced work hours or leaving employment for caregiving
Care costs: Home care, residential care, specialist support
Property implications: Selling homes to fund care
Long-term planning: Protecting assets, inheritance considerations

Identity and Purpose

Caregiver identity: Life consumed by caregiving role
After placement: Loss of purpose when caregiving ends
Post-bereavement: Rebuilding life and identity after loss

Emotional Journey

Grief: Begins at diagnosis, continues through all stages
Guilt: Pervasive at every decision point
Exhaustion: Physical and emotional toll of caregiving
Resilience: Families discover strength they didn't know they had

You Are Not Alone

Over 900,000 people in the UK are living with dementia. That means hundreds of thousands of families are navigating this journey alongside you. Every challenge you face, someone else has faced. Every decision you're struggling with, someone else has made.

This framework exists because we've learned from those who've gone before. The insights, tools, and resources available through DementiaCarechoices.com represent the collective wisdom of countless families who've navigated all six stages.

Getting Support

Alzheimer's Society: 0333 150 3456 – Comprehensive dementia support
Dementia UK Admiral Nurses: 0800 888 6678 – Specialist dementia nursing support
Carers UK: 0808 808 7777 – Support for caregivers
Age UK: 0800 678 1602 – Advice for older people and carers
Independent Age: 0800 319 6789 – Practical and emotional support

Next Steps: Where Do You Start?

If You're Just Beginning (Stage 1)

Seek diagnosis: Book GP appointment, document symptoms
Read Stage 1 guide: Stage 1: Recognition & Diagnosis
Legal planning: Arrange Lasting Power of Attorney immediately
Educate yourself: What is Dementia, Types of Dementia

If You're Caregiving at Home (Stage 2)

Read Stage 2 guide: Stage 2: Early Home Care
Learn caregiving skills: Dementia Caregiving Basics, Daily Care Guide
Consider home care support: Search home care professionals
Access benefits: Review funding options and eligibility

If Home Care Is Becoming Overwhelming (Stage 3)

Read Stage 3 guide: Stage 3: Increased Support Needs
Assess objectively: Are current arrangements adequate and sustainable?
Explore options: Intensive home care vs. residential care
Financial planning: Funding & Costs Explained

If You're Researching Care Homes (Stage 4)

Read Stage 4 guide: Stage 4: Researching Care Homes
Search systematically: Care Home Directory
Evaluate quality: Quality Assessment Guide
Understand CQC: CQC Reports Guide
Ask right questions: Questions to Ask

If Your Loved One Is in Residential Care (Stage 5)

Read Stage 5 guide: Stage 5: Settling Into Residential Care
Support adjustment: Frequent visits initially, patient presence
Build staff relationships: Communicate, collaborate, advocate
Monitor quality: Observe care, raise concerns appropriately

If You're Approaching End-of-Life (Stage 6)

Read Stage 6 guide: Stage 6: Advanced/End-of-Life Care
Advance care planning: DNACPR, treatment escalation, best interests
Focus on comfort: Palliative approach, symptom management
Prepare yourself: Understand dying process, access bereavement support

Not Sure Where You Are?

Take our free benchmark assessment to identify your current stage, understand how your situation compares to other families, and get personalized recommendations for next steps.

Final Thoughts: The Journey Ahead

Dementia is one of life's hardest journeys. It tests families emotionally, physically, financially, and spiritually. It changes relationships, challenges assumptions, and requires decisions you never imagined making.

But you will get through this. Millions of families have navigated this path before you, and they've survived. More than survived—they've found moments of connection, discovered unexpected strengths, created meaningful experiences despite the disease, and ultimately ensured their loved ones received dignified, compassionate care.

This six-stage framework is your roadmap. It won't make the journey easy, but it will make it navigable. It transforms overwhelming uncertainty into a series of manageable stages with predictable challenges and proven solutions.

At each stage, you'll make the best decisions you can with the information and resources available to you. That's all anyone can do. Give yourself permission to:

Not be perfect
Make mistakes and learn from them
Ask for help when you need it
Prioritize your own wellbeing alongside theirs
Feel whatever emotions arise without judgment
Make difficult decisions that prioritize quality of life

You're doing something profoundly difficult and profoundly loving. That deserves recognition.

DementiaCarechoices.com exists to support you through every stage of this journey. We're here with the tools, information, and community you need, exactly when you need them.

You've got this. And we've got you.

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Need help now?

Alzheimer's Society: 0333 150 3456
Dementia UK Admiral Nurses: 0800 888 6678
Carers UK: 0808 808 7777

Last updated: February 2026

About DementiaCarechoices.com: We're an independent dementia care directory providing systematic decision frameworks, transparent quality insights, and professional methodology—without conflicts of interest. Our goal is to help families make informed decisions at every stage of the dementia care journey.