Dementia Connections Service - Newcastle and North Tyneside
- Location: Age UK North Tyneside
- Price: £0.00
This service is available only in North Tyneside and Newcastle upon Tyne
Please note, this service is not available outside Age UK North Tyneside - Head Office's catchment area.
A full-service support system in partnership with Dementia UK and Search Newcastle for both individuals living with dementia and their families or carers.
What is an Admiral Nurse?
Admiral Nurses are specialist dementia nurses who give expert, practical, clinical and emotional support. They are registered nurses who work in the community, supporting those living with dementia to stay at home for longer.
If you have a diagnosis of dementia or you are a carer/relative of someone who does, an Admiral Nurse can:
• provide specialist practical advice, and emotional and psychological support from diagnosis to post-bereavement, helping you deal with your feelings and learn coping strategies.
• be your single point of contact, helping to join up different parts of the health and social care system and meeting your needs in a coordinated way.
• give you the knowledge to understand dementia and its effects, and the skills to improve how you communicate with someone living with dementia.
• offer advice on referrals to other services and liaise with health and social care professionals on your behalf, sharing best practice with them so you get the best care possible.
• support you at difficult times in your dementia journey, including when the condition progresses, or when tough decisions need to be made, such as moving a family member into residential care.
Our Admiral Nurse service
As a team we offer emotional and practical support for people living with dementia and carers of people living with dementia. We provide a listening ear through these difficult times, offer information and advice about dementia and signpost for more specialist advice.
We aim to offer a comprehensive range of services that support both people living with dementia and their carers throughout every stage of the dementia journey. Our focus is on providing access to preventative activities while ensuring that those living with dementia are valued and empowered to remain active, contributing members of the community.
How can I speak to an Admiral Nurse?
You can call the Age UK North Tyneside Admiral Nurses on 0191 280 8484 or email DCSNorthTyneside@ageuknorthtyneside.org.uk. Please note, this is not an emergency service. If you require assistance of an urgent nature, please contact Adult Social Care on 0191 643 2777.
To access this service in Newcastle, call 0191 406 6674 or email DCSNewcastle@ageuknorthtyneside.org.uk.
To access this service in North Tyneside, call 0191 280 8484 or email DCSNorthTyneside@ageuknorthtyneside.org.uk
Dementia Activities
Our Health & Wellness team provides group and activity services for people with a low to moderate level of need. From singing groups to carer support, we are here for people living with dementia and their carers.