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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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Making Shared Care a Reality – Resource Launch

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.

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TIDE Champions Carers’ Voices at UCL’s SPIN‑D “Getting Real About Co‑Production” Workshop

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”.

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Upcoming events

Nov24

Young Onset Carers Group

Each month we hold meet ups to enable specific groups of carers to meet up virtually and discuss topics related to their experiences as carers. Read more

Nov25

Getting Ready for a Carers Assessment

It is important to know what to expect and get ready for for your carers assessment. Join us for this event to help you feel confident and prepared going into your assessment. Read more

Nov26

Former Carers Group

Are you a former carer? Come join our group of friendly former carers for our online peer support group

It is so important that carers of people with dementia are involved in the policies that affect them. At tide, we are committed to creating fairer dementia policies and changing the future for those who care for someone.
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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