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Free Admiral Nurse clinics at Nationwide branches

Dementia UK offers free, confidential 45‑minute face‑to‑face appointments with a specialist dementia nurse, known as an Admiral Nurse, at selected Nationwide branch locations across the United Kingdom. These clinics provide expert guidance and emotional support to people living with dementia and their families or carers.

What Happens in a Clinic Appointment?

During your consultation, an Admiral Nurse can support you with:

  • Understanding a diagnosis or symptoms and exploring next steps
  • Practical tips for caring and managing daily life changes
  • Emotional support around grief, loss and challenging behaviours
  • Advice on finance, legal issues, benefits and future planning
  • Assistance with transitions into care or hospital-related concerns

Every appointment is tailored to your needs and delivered in a calm, confidential setting. Appointments last 45 minutes and you will not be rushed.

Upcoming Clinic Dates in 2025

Appointments are released about one month ahead and current listings include:

August

October

November

Clinics in other regions (Wales, England) may soon be added; please check the Dementia UK website for updates here: https://www.dementiauk.org/information-and-support/how-we-can-support-you/admiral-nurse-clinics/nationwide/.

How to Book an Appointment

  1. Visit the Admiral Nurse clinics – Nationwide branches section of the Dementia UK website.
  2. Select your preferred location, date and time (appointments are available up to one month in advance).
  3. Choose a suitable slot and book.
  4. If you are unable to book online, text APPOINTMENT to 07478 724000 and Dementia UK will call you to assist with booking.

Other Ways Dementia UK Can Support You

Virtual Clinic Appointments (Phone or Video Call)

Available Monday to Friday between 9 am and 4 pm, Monday to Wednesday evenings from 5 pm to 7 pm, and Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm. Each virtual clinic lasts 45 minutes and must be scheduled in advance. Evening and weekend appointments are only bookable online. Add a note if you prefer a phone consultation.

Admiral Nurse Dementia Helpline

This is a free confidential service open Monday to Friday 9am to 9pm, and weekends 9am to 5pm. Nurses can advise on diagnosis, emotional support, practical care strategies and whether a clinic appointment is available in your area.

Why Attend These Clinics?

  • The clinics are completely free and open to anyone affected by dementia, regardless of branch membership.
  • You receive specialist support in person, in a calm and familiar environment.
  • Admiral Nurses have in-depth experience in dementia care and take the time to listen and advise in detail

Maps

Uxbridge


Victoria


Aldgate


Hounslow


Croydon


London City


Brixton