Carer's Coffee Morning
Informal get-togethers to meet and chat with other unpaid carers
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“Caring is a bit like the pieces of a jigsaw puzzle, the pieces symbolize the challenges that carers face on a daily basis, some larger and awkward, while others are corner pieces that fit perfectly. tide is the physical building together of the jigsaw, interlocking all the disconnected pieces, when assembled produce a complete picture"
- tide member and wife of someone with dementia
As we move into the next phase of the “Shared Care” initiative, we are proud to announce the official launch of the Making Shared Care a Reality – Resource for Care Home Staff.
In early July 2025, tide made a significant impact at UCL‑East Stratford during the SPIN‑D Festival of Science & Arts—“Let’s Talk Dementia: Fiction, Fact and Hope” As part of the "Getting Real About Co‑Production" workshop, TIDE representatives delivered compelling sessions titled “Involving carers in research” and “Shared Care”.
When communication starts to break down and we are not heard or able to understand what is being said, it can be a source of anxiety and frustration. Read more
This session will help participants to look at their emotional wellbeing and how to look after it both throughout any involvement with tide and beyond. Read more
As we move into the next phase of the “Shared Care” initiative, we are proud to announce the official launch of the Making Shared Care a Reality – Resource for Care Home Staff. This resource has been developed in collaboration with seven pioneering care-home pilot sites, and is specifically designed to support staff in developing the skills, mindset and practices needed to implement shared care for people living with dementia. Read more

Luye pharma has provided a financial grant of £10,000 to support the operation of tide in advocating for improved dementia pathways and services