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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

We believe that carers and former carers have the experience and knowledge to improve health and social care, research, and policy development throughout the UK.

Coffee Morning

Carer's Coffee Morning

Informal get-togethers to meet and chat with other unpaid carers

Focus Groups

Carer's Focus Groups

Meet and discuss with people who share similar experiences to you

CDP

Carer Development Programme

You can learn the skills and confidence to stand up for your rights

CSR

Corporate Sponsorship

Work with us to transform carer's lives

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Carers Resources

Resources for carers from past tide projects

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Sowing Seeds 1: What carers of people with dementia have shared about aiming to achieve happiness

Sowing Seeds 1: What carers of people with dementia have shared about aiming to achieve happiness

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LACE Partners: Turning conversations about caring into action

LACE Partners: Turning conversations about caring into action

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Upcoming events

Oct29

What You Need to Know about Dementia and Communication

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

Nov3

Why You Can't Pour from an Empty Cup

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

Nov10

Purposeful Activity in Practice

You will learn more about how activities at home can help the person you care for feel safe, settled and more comfortable. Read more

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A Resource for Carers, Families and Friends

We're delighted to launch Making Shared Care a Reality: A Resource for Carers, Families and Friends. Developed with carers and informed by Shared Care research and pilot work, this new free resource includes a narrated presentation and workbook to help carers build positive partnerships with care home staff. Visit our Resources section to find out more.

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1 million

Nearly 1 million people live with dementia in the UK

540,000–670,000

Around 540,000–670,000 unpaid carers support people with dementia

£42 billion

Dementia costs the UK around £42 billion annually—over 60% borne by families

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