A pop-up dementia support clinic has opened at Blackpool Tower this week as the Alzheimer’s Society begins to extend a post-diagnostic service to people across Blackpool and the Fylde Coast.
What the pop-up offers
The event provides residents with a chance to meet local dementia practitioners, find out about support available after a diagnosis, and speak about the practical and emotional challenges that dementia can bring to families and communities. Organisers say the initiative is designed to bring guidance and reassurance closer to home for those affected.
“This launch represents an exciting step forward in ensuring local people living with dementia - and those caring for them - can access compassionate guidance, practical support and ongoing reassurance closer to home.”
Who is running the service
The clinic is being run by the Alzheimer’s Society. Claire Clarke, identified in the event coverage as a dementia practitioner with the charity, spoke about the expansion of their post-diagnostic Dementia Navigator offer into the Blackpool area.
Practical information for residents
- Meet dementia practitioners in person at the Tower pop-up.
- Learn about the new post-diagnostic Dementia Navigator service for Blackpool and the Fylde Coast.
- Find out how to access ongoing support, guidance and local services following a diagnosis.
The Alzheimer’s Society also highlighted a free WhatsApp community intended to share news and information with local people; details of how to join were promoted alongside the event. The pop-up is presented as an opportunity for open conversation about dementia and to signpost available help.
| Service | Area | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Dementia Navigator (post-diagnostic) | Blackpool & Fylde Coast | Provide ongoing guidance and practical support after diagnosis |
For those affected by dementia or caring for someone who is, events such as this are a chance to connect with trained staff from a national charity operating locally. The public-facing clinic at Blackpool Tower is the first visible element of the charity’s recent expansion into the area.
Further details about opening times or future sessions were provided at the event by the Alzheimer’s Society; residents seeking support should contact the charity directly or follow local listings for updates.
