Question to the Department of Health and Social Care:

To ask His Majesty's Government what specific provisions or schemes are in place to support carers of those suffering from early onset dementia.

Under the Care Act 2014, local authorities are required to undertake a Carer’s Assessment for any unpaid carer who appears to have a need for support, and to meet their eligible needs on request from the carer.

In 2023/24, £327 million of Better Care Fund funding has been earmarked to provide short breaks and respite services for carers. This also funds additional advice and support to carers and a small number of additional local authority duties.

The Department has published guidance on what to expect after a dementia diagnosis titled After Diagnosis of Dementia: What to Expect from Health and Care Services, which includes the carer’s entitlement to an assessment and appropriate response.