Advocacy Service Information, support and representation for people with dementia, supporting them to say what they want, secure their rights, represent their interest and obtain services they are entitled to. Contact: Alzheimer’s Society – Gateshead, 2nd Floor, Computer House High Street, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE8 1ET. Tel: 01914 777 490.

Do you need someone to help you with any problems or issues you have? Do you wish to be more involved in decisions that affect you? Do you want some help to get your voice heard? The Age Uk Sunderland. Contact: Age UK Sunderland, Stockton Road, Sunderland, SR2 7AQ. Tel: 0191 514 1131.