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Young Onset Dementia (YOD) ServiceDementia is more common in older people but around 3,000 people in Scotland under 65 will have dementia. This section provides information and support for anyone affected by Young Onset Dementia.Alzheimer Scotland, Oxford Street, Glasgow, UK0808 808 3000https://www.nhsggc.scot/hospitals-services/services-a-to-z/young-onset-dementia-service/
VoiceabilityGet support to access benefits from Social Security Scotland, if you identify as disabled.https://www.voiceability.org/in-scotland/support-to-access-benefits-in-scotland
Sporting Memories NetworkThe Sporting Memories Network, also known as Replay, is a national charity which promotes the use of sporting memories to improve the wellbeing of older people and to tackle dementia, depression and social isolation.Orchard House, Long Street, Topcliffe. North Yorkshire, YO7 3RLadmin@sportingmemoriesnetwork.comhttp://sportingmemoriesnetwork.com
Short Breaks NetworkThe Short Breaks Network is the national co-ordinating body for the short break sector in the UK, providing short breaks for disabled children, young people and their families. Melbourne House, 36 Chamberlain Street, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2PJ01749 689 259info@shortbreaksnetwork.org.ukhttp://www.shortbreaksnetwork.org.uk/
Self Directed Support ScotlandWe link national policy and local experience to improve the implementation of Self-directed Support.0131 475 2623https://www.sdsscotland.org.uk/
SDS HandbookWe link national policy and local experience to improve the implementation of Self-directed Support0131 475 2623https://handbook.scot/
ScotrailWest Dunbartonshire has a regular train service running throughout its area. With 13 train stations and seven Park and Ride facilities getting to and from West Dunbartonshire is easy. This website provides information on timetables and routes, station and train facilities, accessible travel and how to book assistance.0344 811 0141 http://www.scotrail.co.uk/
Purple AlertPurple Alert is a free mobile app which sends an alert to the community if someone with dementia is missing in their area. 0141 410 5306https://www.alzscot.org/purplealert
Public Transport in West DunbartonshireWest Dunbartonshire Council online information on public transport and concessionary travel. https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/roads-parking-travel/public-and-community-transport/
Police Scotland – Herbert ProtocolSince 2017 the Herbert Protocol has been used many times to help police and other agencies quickly and safely locate missing people who have dementia.https://www.scotland.police.uk/what-s-happening/missing-persons/the-herbert-protocol/

Playlist for LifeBeing able to respond to music is the one thing dementia cannot destroy. Playlist for Life encourages families and caregivers to create a playlist of personally meaningful music on an iPod for people with dementia. 3 Castle Court, Carnegie Campus, Dunfermline, Fife, Scotland, KY11 8PBhttp://www.playlistforlife.org.uk/

Personal Assistants Network ScotlandPANS is a unique kind of community. One created by PAs, for PAs, and a place to share your experiences, access valuable resources, and find job opportunities.01563 594 217https://panetworkscotland.org.uk/

Parkinson’s UKParkinsonism is a feature associated with some dementias, particularly Parkinson's dementia and dementia with Lewy bodies. Parkinson's UK offers support for patients and carers, including excellent advice on coping with daily activities.215 Vauxhall Bridge Road, London, SW1V 1EJ0808 800 0303hello@parkinsons.org.ukhttp://www.parkinsons.org.uk

NHS InformNHS Inform provides health information that anyone living in or visiting Scotland can trust.0800 22 44 88https://www.nhsinform.scot

Memory SpinnersOur Memory Spinners groups meet weekly in Glasgow and St Andrews. Using music, storytelling, movement and the visual arts, the programme helps people with dementia and their carers relax, get creative and form new support networks.0141 332 9559https://www.scottishopera.org.uk/join-in/memory-spinners/

Meet ADAMHelping you find technology products matched to your needs. Based on unbiased, trusted recommendations from people with lived experience of long-term conditions.

MECOPPOnline resource for Black and Ethnic Minority Carers By working in partnership with carers, voluntary organisations and statutory bodies, MECOPP actively seeks to challenge and dismantle barriers that deny Black and Minority Ethnic carers access to health, social work and other social care services in ...0131 4672994https://www.mecopp.org.uk/

McGills BusesMcGills Buses offer a service from Renfrewshire to Clydebank and Glasgow.03330 166 162enquiries@mcgillsbuses.co.ukhttps://www.mcgillsbuses.co.uk/

Marie Curie Cancer CareMarie Curie Cancer Care is a UK charity dedicated to the care of people with terminal illnesses.89 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7TP0800 716 146supporter.relations@mariecurie.org.ukhttp://www.mariecurie.org.uk

Macmillan Cancer SupportMacmillan Cancer Support is a national charitable organisation that provides practical, medical and financial support and push for better cancer care.Macmillan Cancer Support, 89 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7UQ0808 808 0000http://www.macmillan.org.uk

Lewy Body SocietyThe Lewy Body Society is a charity which aims to raise awareness of Dementia with Lewy bodies for the general public and educate those in the medical profession and decision making positions about all aspects of the disease and to support research into the disease.Hudson House, 8 Albany Street, Edinburgh EH1 3QB, United Kingdom0131 473 2385info@lewybody.orghttp://lewybody.org

Join Dementia ResearchJoin Dementia Research forms part of the Governments Dementia strategy and is a service that delivers opportunities for people to see what studies are taking place both in their local area and nationally and connecting researchers with them. NIHR Clinical Research Network Coordinating Centre, Minerva House, 5 Montague Close, London, SE1 9BB0300 111 5111https://www.joindementiaresearch.nihr.ac.uk

Innovations in DementiaInnovations in Dementia is a community interest company that works nationally with people with dementia, partner organisations and professionals to develop and test projects that will enhance the lives of people with dementia.PO Box 616, Exeter, EX1 9JB01392 420076ideas@innovationsindementia.org.ukhttp://www.innovationsindementia.org.uk/

Independent Age – Good to Know GroupsFree webinars on topics such as money, scams, mental health and social care from Independent Age.0800 319 6789telephone.services@independentage.orghttps://www.independentage.org/get-support/telephone-groups/good-to-know-groups

In Control ScotlandIn Control Scotland is a small Scottish Charity that focuses on improving the social care system for those who use it, primarily making self-directed support more accessible, and addressing inequalities for people with support needs.0141 440 5250https://www.in-controlscotland.org/

Hospital Bus ServicesBus links are available to patients and visitors attending Vale of Leven, Royal Alexandria and Queen Elizabeth University Hospitals. The service provides direct links between Helensburgh, Vale of Leven Hospital, and the Royal Alexandra Hospital. The service is available to everyone and is operated with a low-floor wheelchair accessible vehicle. 0871 200 22 33https://www.spt.co.uk/bus/bus-stations-travel-information/travel-points/

Foundation for People with Learning DisabilitiesThe Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities influences government and local authority policies and services so that they better meet the needs of people with learning disabilities, their families and carers.1st Floor, Colechurch House, 1 London Bridge Walk, London, SE1 2SX020 7803 1100http://learningdisabilities.org.uk/

First BusFirst Bus offer a service from Glasgow to Clydebank, Dumbarton, Balloch and Helensburgh. 0345 646 0707www.firstgroup.com

Engage & CreateEngage & Create is a not-for-profit organisation that uses creativity and conversation to improve the quality of life for people with dementia and those that care for them.Brighton, UKrachel@engageandcreate.comhttp://www.engageandcreate.com

Emergency Care PlanningInformation and Advice from Care Information Scotland on Emergency planning including how to make an emergency plan.0800 011 3200https://www.careinfoscotland.scot/topics/how-to-get-social-care-support/emergency-and-future-planning/

Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) maintain registers of drivers and vehicles in Great Britain. It is important that practitioners encourage their patients with dementia to inform the DVLA of their diagnosis.DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1TU0300 790 6806eftd@dvla.gsi.gov.ukhttps://www.gov.uk/dvla-medical-enquiries

Diabetes UKDiabetes UK is a leading charity that cares for, connects with and campaigns on behalf of every person affected by or at risk of diabetes.Macleod House, 10 Parkway, London, NW1 7AA0345 123 2399info@diabetes.org.ukhttp://www.diabetes.org.uk/

Dementia UK: Looking After Yourself as a CarerDementia UK online information Dementia Helpline - 0800 888 6678https://www.dementiauk.org/information-and-support/looking-after-yourself-as-a-carer/

Dementia Services Development CentreThe Dementia Services Development Centre is an international centre of knowledge and expertise dedicated to improving the lives of people with dementia.Iris Murdoch Building, University of Stirling, Stirling, FK9 4LA, Scotland01786 467740http://www.dementia.stir.ac.uk

Dementia Research CentreThe Dementia Research Centre, based at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, is one of the UK's leading centres for clinical research into dementia.8-11 Queen Square, London, WC1N 3AR020 3448 4773http://www.ucl.ac.uk/drc/

Dementia Friendly ConcertThe Scottish Chamber Orchestra is delighted to present regular performances, designed especially for people living with dementia, their friends and carers.0131 557 6800https://www.sco.org.uk/events/reconnect-tea-dance-concerts

Coalition of Carers in ScotlandThe Coalition of Carers in Scotland was established in 1998 by a group of carers and staff from carer support organisations who wanted to strengthen the voice of carers in Scotland0141 404 0231https://www.carersnet.org/

Carers UKCarers UK is a national membership charity for carers, that is both a support network and a movement for change.20 Great Dover Street, London, SE1 4LX0808 808 7777advice@carersuk.orghttp://www.carersuk.org/

Carers Trust ScotlandOnline information about the work of Carer Trust Scotland https://carers.org/our-work-in-scotland/our-work-in-scotland

Carers Trust – Getting a BreakOnline information on carer breakshttps://carers.org/getting-a-break/getting-a-break

Carers TrustOnline information and resources for carers from the Carers Trust32-36 Loman Street, London, SE1 0EHhttps://carers.org/

Carer Trust – Grants and DiscountsOnline information from the Carers Trust on carer grants and fundinghttps://carers.org/grants-and-discounts/introduction

Carer Support – EPICAn online learning resource for unpaid carers and health and social care staffhttps://learn.nes.nhs.scot/19211#EPiC:caringforunpaidcarersoverview

British Institute of Learning DisabilitiesBritish Institute of Learning Disabilities (BILD) wants people with learning disabilities to be valued equally, participate fully in their communities and be treated with dignity and respect.Birmingham Research Park, 97 Vincent Drive, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2SQ0121 415 6960enquiries@bild.org.ukhttp://www.bild.org.uk/

Brain Health ScotlandThe Brain Health Scotland mission is to inspire and empower you to protect your brain health and reduce your risk of diseases that lead to dementia.Alzheimer Scotland Office, 160 Dundee Street, Edinburgh, EH11 1DQbrainhealth@alzscot.orghttps://www.brainhealth.scot

Bladder and Bowel CommunityThe Bladder and Bowel Community is the UK wide charity for people with bladder and bowel control problems. It provides information and support services, including a confidential helpline, for anyone affected by these conditions as well as their families, carers and healthcare professionals. 7 The Court, Holywell Business Park, Northfield Road, Southam, CV47 0FS01926 357220help@bladderandbowel.org https://www.bladderandbowel.org/

Alzheimer’s Society ShopAt Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today, and providing hope for the future.0333 366 0035https://shop.alzheimers.org.uk/

Alzheimer’s Research UKAlzheimer's Research UK is a leading research charity for dementia, dedicated to funding scientific studies to find ways to treat, cure or prevent all dementias. 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Cambridge, CB21 6AD0300 111 5555enquiries@alzheimersresearchuk.orghttp://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org

Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Link Worker – West DunbartonshireIf you have been recently assessed as having dementia, you are entitled to one year post diagnostic support from a Dementia Link WorkerDementia Resource Centre, Clydebank, UK07876 208898

Alzheimer Scotland – Dementia Safeguarding SchemeAlzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our aim is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone.0808 808 3000https://www.alzscot.org/

ALISS – A Local Information System for ScotlandALISS is an on-line local information system for Scotland. The website can connect you with groups, services and activities to support health and wellbeing across Scotland. Just type in your postcode to see what's on near you.https://www.aliss.org/

AGE SCOTLAND WorkshopsFree community workshops for older people and those who support or care for them. Age Scotland provide workshops on Benefits, Energy Advice and Dementia Training.03333 232 400https://www.agescotland.org.uk/how-we-help/workplace-training

Age Scotland Carer Training WorkshopsFree carers’ training from Age Scotland covering a range of useful information for carers including benefits and Self-Directed Support.dementiatraining@agescotland.org.ukhttps://www.agescotland.org.uk/information-advice/workshops/carers-training

24-hour Freephone Dementia Helpline24-hour Freephone Dementia Helpline0808 808 3000https://www.alzscot.org/living-with-dementia/getting-support/24-hour-freephone-dementia-helpline

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