Support & Resources

Navigating the world of care can be challenging. We've compiled a list of trusted UK-based organizations and resources to provide additional support, information, and guidance for you and your family.

Dementia Care

Alzheimer’s Society
Find support, advice, and local services for dementia.
Age UK – Dementia Support
Information and practical help for families
NHS Dementia Care Guide
Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment

Learning Disability & Autism

Mencap
Access support, advocacy, and learning resources.
National Autistic Society
Autism learning resources and services
British Institute of Learning Disabilities (BILD)
Positive Behaviour Support and training
Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities
Research and good practice
The Challenging Behaviour Foundation
Family and PBS support
Contact
Support for families with disabled children

End of Life Care

Marie Curie
Find information on end of life nursing and support.
Hospice UK
Hospice care and guidance
NHS End of Life Care
NHS guide to services and planning

Sensory Disabilities

Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB)
Find support for visual impairment and sight loss.
Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID)
Support for hearing loss and deafness
Sense
Support for people with complex disabilities and sensory loss

Mental Health

NHS Every Mind Matters
Explore NHS self-help tools and guidance.
Mind
Mental health support and helplines
Rethink Mental Illness
Advocacy, support, and advice
Samaritans
24/7 emotional support helpline
Shout
24/7 text support in mental health crisis
Mental Health Foundation
Training materials, campaigns, and research

Physical Disability

Scope
Access support and resources for people with disabilities.
Leonard Cheshire
Disability support and care services
Disability Rights UK
Advice and advocacy

Complex Care

Continuing Healthcare
Learn about NHS funding for complex, long-term health needs.
Beacon CHC
Free independent advice on NHS Continuing Healthcare.
Spinal Injuries Association
Support for individuals with spinal cord injuries.

Government & Training Guidance

NHS Health Education England – e-Learning for Health
Free online NHS training
Skills for Care
Workforce development, Care Certificate, LD & Autism frameworks
CQC Guidance and Regulations
Care Quality Commission framework and regulations
Lasting Power of Attorney – Gov.UK
Official government information & application

Useful Emergency / Urgent Contacts

Emergency
Call 999
NHS 111
For non-emergency medical advice
Samaritans
Call 116 123 – 24/7 free helpline