Carer's Coffee Morning
Informal get-togethers to meet and chat with other unpaid carers
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“Caring is a bit like the pieces of a jigsaw puzzle, the pieces symbolize the challenges that carers face on a daily basis, some larger and awkward, while others are corner pieces that fit perfectly. tide is the physical building together of the jigsaw, interlocking all the disconnected pieces, when assembled produce a complete picture"
- tide member and wife of someone with dementia
As we move into the next phase of the “Shared Care” initiative, we are proud to announce the official launch of the Making Shared Care a Reality – Resource for Care Home Staff.
In early July 2025, tide made a significant impact at UCL‑East Stratford during the SPIN‑D Festival of Science & Arts—“Let’s Talk Dementia: Fiction, Fact and Hope” As part of the "Getting Real About Co‑Production" workshop, TIDE representatives delivered compelling sessions titled “Involving carers in research” and “Shared Care”.
We often hear from carers that they feel that they have to fight and battle for everything and in a system that is stretched and where resources are limited this will more than likely continue to be the case. Read more
Each month we hold meet-ups to enable specific groups of carers to meet up virtually and discuss topics related to their experiences as carers.
When? 2nd Thursday of the month at 2.30PM Read more
This event helps you understand how Life Story Work can help people with dementia stay connected with family, friends and communities. Read more

Luye pharma has provided a financial grant of £10,000 to support the operation of tide in advocating for improved dementia pathways and services