Alzheimer's Society
Councils are focusing on funding dementia support and developing new strategies for care.
Southwark Council's Executive approved a four-year grant of £656,000 for the Alzheimer's Society in July 2026, as announced by Councillor Rebecca Corn. This funding, totalling £164,000 per year, will re-establish the Dementia Advisor Service in Southwark from September 2026, providing support to residents living with dementia and their families and carers.
Lewisham Council is progressing its updated dementia strategy for 2026-2030, which is on track for final sign-off in November 2026. The Healthier Communities Select Committee received an update on the strategy's development in June 2026. This strategy aims to improve outcomes by focusing on five key stages of dementia care, including preventing, diagnosing, and supporting well.
The Lewisham strategy's final sign-off is anticipated in November 2026. No upcoming council meetings are currently scheduled to discuss the Alzheimer's Society. The Alzheimer's Society is a charity that provides support and services for people affected by dementia, and funds research.
Key facts
- Southwark Council approved a £656,000 grant for the Alzheimer's Society in July 2026. Source
- The grant will re-establish the Dementia Advisor Service in Southwark from September 2026. Source
- The funding totals £164,000 per year for four years. Source
- Lewisham's dementia strategy (2026-2030) is due for final sign-off in November 2026. Source
- The Healthier Communities Select Committee received an update on the strategy in June 2026. Source
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