Nationwide branches in Somerset to host dementia clinics

The free, face-to-face clinics are being delivered in partnership with Dementia UK and led by Admiral Nurses, trained dementia care specialists.

They will offer practical and emotional advice on all aspects of dementia, from concerns about symptoms to getting a diagnosis and understanding how the condition may develop over time.

Upcoming clinic dates include Weston-super-Mare on March 10 and 11, Bath on March 17, 18 and 19, Bristol (Cabot Circus) on March 24, 25 and 26, and Frome on March 31.

Lesley Potter, an Admiral Nurse at Dementia UK, said: "We’re looking forward to returning to the South-West to offer support and advice to families affected by dementia in the area.

"Since the launch of our clinic programme, in partnership with Nationwide Building Society, we have been able to support thousands of people across the country with the lifeline of an Admiral Nurse, helping to ensure no one faces dementia alone."

The clinics are open to anyone affected by dementia and are designed to provide confidential, in-person support in a safe and comfortable setting.

Appointments can be booked at dementiauk.org/information-and-support/how-we-can-support-you/admiral-nurse-clinics/nationwide/?misc=media.

Nearly one million people are estimated to be living with dementia in the UK today.

The charity encourages carers to reach out to family and friends, explore available support services, take time for themselves, spend quality time with the person they care for, and talk to their employer about flexible working arrangements.

The clinics form part of Nationwide’s Fairer Futures social impact strategy, which addresses major UK social challenges through partnerships with leading charities.

Charlotte Kensett, director of customer experience and social impact at Nationwide, said: "Dementia impacts millions of families, and that’s why we’re incredibly proud to have brought life-changing support into 200 of our branches and helped more than 30,000 people through our partnership with Dementia UK.

"As a mutual, we believe we have a role to play in strengthening the communities we serve and supporting those most in need.

"Through our social impact strategy, Nationwide Fairer Futures, we’re committed to changing hundreds of thousands of lives for the better."

Nationwide is currently funding 30 Admiral Nurses and hosting clinics in 200 branches across the UK.