Specialist dementia support is returning to Warrington next month when Dementia UK hosts its Admiral Nurse clinics in the town centre. The sessions will take place at the Nationwide branch on Sankey Street in Golden Square from 4 to 6 August, and are free to attend.
What the clinics offer
Appointments are delivered face-to-face in a private setting and are designed to give people an opportunity to speak to trained dementia nurses about any aspect of the condition. The clinics aim to provide both practical guidance and emotional support for those with dementia and for family members or carers.
- Dates: 4–6 August
- Location: Nationwide branch, Sankey Street, Golden Square, Warrington
- Cost: Free
- Booking: through Dementia UK’s website
Local relevance and wider context
The clinics are part of a broader programme run in partnership with Nationwide Building Society and offered in more than 230 branches nationwide. Dementia is estimated to affect nearly one million people across the UK, and the charity says many more people are taking on a caring role for family or friends. That national picture underlines the importance of local, accessible advice for Warrington families facing diagnosis, symptom management and care planning.
"We’re looking forward to returning to Cheshire to offer support and advice to families affected by dementia in the area," said Lesley Potter, an Admiral Nurse at Dementia UK.
Those attending can expect help with recognising symptoms, information about obtaining a diagnosis, and guidance on understanding how the condition may progress. The clinics also offer time to discuss emotional challenges for carers, and signposting to ongoing services and local support.
Support for carers
Ahead of the Warrington sessions, Dementia UK has shared a range of suggestions aimed at carers' wellbeing. Recommendations include:
- Reaching out to family and friends for practical and emotional help
- Exploring local support services and formal assessments
- Taking time for personal rest and maintaining a connection with the person they care for
- Discussing flexible working options with employers
The charity also encourages carers to enquire about a Carer’s Assessment from social services, which may identify eligibility for respite care or other forms of support. Appointments for the Warrington clinics can be booked via Dementia UK’s website.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Provider | Dementia UK (Admiral Nurse clinics) |
| Dates | 4–6 August |
| Venue | Nationwide, Sankey Street, Golden Square, Warrington |
| Cost | Free; appointment required |
For Warrington residents affected by dementia or supporting someone who is, these sessions provide an opportunity for confidential advice from specialist nurses without the need to travel outside the town. Longer-term, they are part of an effort to bring more visible, localised dementia support into communities.
