The total cost of dementia in the UK is an estimated £42 billion per year, according to the Alzheimer’s Society. From falling for scams to losing cash and forgetting to pay bills, dementia can wreak havoc with finances. FINANCIAL DIFFICULTIESAround a million people in the UK have dementia, which covers 100 different illnesses including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Call the Office for the Public Guardian (0300 456 0300), Alzheimer’s Society (0333 150 3456) or Dementia UK (0800 888 6678) if you get stuck. It’s for those with a health condition that means they need help at home.

Source: The Times June 14, 2025 22:30 UTC