Care and Support for Adults
Information on support organisations, services to help people stay independent in their own home, leisure activities, how to apply for a care needs assessment and support for carers.
Website
www.wokingham.gov.uk
Depression in Older Adults: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
Depression can happen to any of us as we age, but there are ways to boost how you feel and make your senior years healthy and happy.
Website
www.helpguide.org/articles
Independent Age
Advice and support for the older community.
Website
www.independentage.org
The Silver Line
Free phone support for older people, 24 hours a day.
Phone
0800 470 80 90
Website
The Silver Line Helpline
Dementia UK
Dementia UK offers specialist one to one support and expert advice for people living with dementia.
Phone
0800 888 6678
Website
Dementia UK
Email
helpline@dementiauk.org
Age UK
Age UK is the country’s largest charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. They believe in a world where everyone can love later life and we work every day to achieve this.
Phone
0800 055 6112
Website
Age UK
Reading Age UK
Every day Age UK Reading provides vital services, information and support to thousands of older people of all ages and backgrounds. Age UK Reading works with older people including those from disadvantaged or marginalised groups, such as those living in deprived areas, or black and minority ethnic older people.
Phone
0118 950 2480
Website
www.ageuk.org.uk/reading
Email
info@ageukreading.org.uk
Alzheimer’s Society
Living with dementia can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone. From a listening ear on the phone, to a visit in person. From practical tips and advice, to opportunities to connect with others.
Phone
0333 150 3456
Website
Alzheimer’s Society