Alzheimer Scotland

Alzheimer Scotland

At Alzheimer Scotland, we are Scotland’s national dementia charity. We provide specialist information, support, and care services for people living with dementia, their families, and carers. We are dedicated to ensuring that nobody faces dementia alone, championing the rights of those affected and providing high-quality, person-centred support that promotes dignity, independence, and social inclusion.

Who We Are

We are a leading voluntary organisation and a registered charity. Our work spans the entire country, operating through a network of community-based Dementia Resource Centres, support groups, and specialist services. We work in close partnership with the Scottish Government, local health boards, and local authorities to shape dementia policy and deliver vital frontline support.

What We Do

We deliver an extensive range of services designed to support individuals at every stage of their dementia journey:

• 24-Hour Dementia Helpline: We offer free, confidential support and information to anyone concerned about dementia, available every day of the year.
• Dementia Resource Centres: Our local hubs provide a welcoming space for information, therapeutic activities, and peer support groups for people with dementia and their families.
• Specialist Care Services: We provide bespoke care packages, including day care, home support, and respite services, delivered by staff highly trained in dementia-specific care.
• Advocacy & Rights-Based Support: We campaign for better services and uphold the rights of people with dementia to ensure they receive fair, equitable access to health and social care.
• Dementia Research & Education: We invest in research and provide training for professionals and the public to improve the understanding, treatment, and support of dementia.

Our Approach & Values

• Person-Centred Care: We focus on the person, not the condition. Our services are tailored to individual life stories, preferences, and needs.
• Empowerment: We aim to enable people with dementia to remain connected to their communities and live as independently as possible for as long as possible.
• Evidence-Based Support: We continuously evaluate our practice to ensure that our care and support are grounded in the latest research and clinical standards.
• Collaboration: We believe in working together—with the people we support, their families, and our healthcare partners—to create a dementia-friendly society.

Industry Role

We operate as the National Charity for Dementia. Our role is to bridge the gap between clinical diagnosis and daily community living, providing the advocacy, education, and specialist care needed to manage dementia effectively. We serve as the voice for the dementia community in Scotland, influencing public policy and ensuring that the needs of our service users are at the forefront of national strategy.