When you are newly diagnosed
Advice and information
Alzheimer's Society
Offer lots of information and advice to help you when you receive a new dementia diagnosis:
- some common questions when newly diagnosed with dementia
- feelings you may experience after you are diagnosed and as your dementia progresses
- how to cope after a diagnosis of young onset dementia
- how to explain dementia to children and young people
- advice about working with dementia - including how the law helps, and how to talk to your employer about your diagnosis
- tips on how to stay active and involved
- dementia-friendly activities - activities you can do at home or in the community
Age UK
Offer community-based support services for people living with dementia and their carers to improve their quality of life.
Find out more about Age UK community-based support
Next steps
When you receive your dementia diagnosis, next steps include creating a support plan and thinking about your future.
Page last updated: 6 February 2024
