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AGE UK – Dementia Clinic

We are pleased to share an update on our efforts to support individuals living with memory loss and/or dementia. In addition to our existing dementia, short break, and carer support services, we are pleased to announce The Dementia Clinic, a new service launching soon.

The Dementia Clinic is designed to provide expert, compassionate assessments and tailored support for individuals and their families across West Sussex, Brighton & Hove. Demand has been established through engagement, Consultations with the public, Age UK WSBH service users, and internal teams, these revealed a willingness to pay for quicker assessments and emphasised the importance of navigation and post-diagnostic support.

While we are currently welcoming enquiries, we kindly ask for your patience as the clinic has not yet officially launched. We look forward to sharing the official opening date with you soon.

About The Dementia Clinic

The Dementia Clinic will provide high-quality dementia assessments within a not-for-profit, cost-price model. This provides accessible help and expert diagnosis with personalised care at a fair price.

This service is delivered in partnership with Here, a not-for-profit social enterprise with over ten years of experience in providing exceptional healthcare services. Known for their clinical excellence, person-centred care, and innovation, Here specialises in accurate dementia assessments delivered with compassion.

Through this partnership, Here’s experienced team of healthcare professionals will guide individuals and families with sensitivity and expertise. Clinical diagnoses will be provided by Here, while Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove will offer ongoing, personalised support from the initial referral, through the assessment process, and beyond the potential diagnosis, with empathy and care at every stage.

What The Dementia Clinic Will Offer:

• Guidance on the diagnostic journey: Clear, accessible advice to help individuals and their families navigate what can feel like a daunting process.
• Dementia Assessment Service: Professional, high-quality dementia assessments provided at cost.
• Tailored practical support: Personalised guidance to meet everyone’s unique circumstances and needs.
• Holistic pathway navigation: Comprehensive support throughout the assessment process, with signposting to relevant services and help with onward referrals to ensure no one feels lost or unsupported.

At The Dementia Clinic, we are committed to providing both expertise and understanding to help individuals and their families take the next steps with confidence and reassurance.

Our Existing Dementia, Short Break, and Carer Support Services

Alongside the launch of the Dementia Clinic, we continue to provide a range of valuable services for individuals living with dementia and their families. These include:

If you’d like to learn more about The Dementia Clinic or any of our other services, or if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch:

• Call us on 01903 792015
• Email us at dementia@ageukwsbh.org.uk