What is an Admiral Nurse and how can they help?

Admiral Nurses are dementia care specialists provided by Dementia UK, offering invaluable support to families affected by dementia. These qualified nurses bring expert clinical knowledge and compassionate care, acting as a lifeline for both individuals with dementia and their loved ones.

Here’s how Admiral Nurses can help:

• Personalised support: they offer families tailored advice and coping strategies for managing symptoms like memory loss, distressed behaviour and sleep problems.

• Family focus: Admiral Nurses provide education and training for carers, ensuring they feel supported and equipped to manage the challenges of caregiving.

• Navigating care systems: they help families coordinate services, apply for funding or benefits and advocate within complex care systems.

• Accessible services: whether in communities, hospitals, care homes, or through Dementia UK’s Helpline and virtual clinics, Admiral Nurses are available to provide advice and support.

You can connect with an Admiral Nurse by asking your GP or social worker if there’s a service in your area, or by contacting Dementia UK’s free helpline at 0800 888 6678. Virtual clinic appointments can also be booked online.

No one should face dementia alone, and Admiral Nurses are there to make sure families receive the care and guidance they deserve. Visit Dementia UK for more information and support: https://www.dementiauk.org/information-and-support/how-we-can-support-you/what-is-an-admiral-nurse/

Source: Dementia UK