Our booklet will help if you're caring for or supporting someone with dementia and are looking to choose the right care home. This free resource also has tips for moving into a care home.

The idea of moving to a care home can be upsetting for both you and the person with dementia. However, it may be necessary for both the person’s wellbeing and for yours.

Read our advice on the benefits of care provided in a home and how to review the cost of that dementia care.

If a person with dementia can't be supported at home but doesn't yet need the support of a care home, there are other housing options to consider.  

Deciding whether a care home is the right option for a person with dementia can be difficult. Some people with dementia will be able to make the decision themselves. Most often, the decision will need to be made for them.

This information is for carers, friends and family who are considering care options, including going into a home, for a person with dementia. It explains how to identify when someone needs to move into a care home, and when at home support is more appropriate.

As an LGBTQ+ person with dementia it's important to find the right support services and care settings for you. Read about what to look for.

Find out about types of respite care in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Including care at home, holidays and short breaks, and other options.