The UK Met Office has issued a Yellow warning of thunderstorms from 4am to 11am on Saturday 19 July.
If you see a highway emergency, such as a fallen tree or significant flooding, please call 0345 606 6171.
Find out more about this weather warning for Suffolk, including how to prepare.
Dementia causes the brain to deteriorate more quickly than the usual ageing process. Even though it often affects older people, it's important to know that dementia is not a normal part of getting older, and can also affect younger people.
People with dementia experience the condition in different ways. One of the most common symptoms is memory loss. The NHS gives more information about the symptoms of dementia.
Having dementia can have a significant impact on a person and their family and friends. Whether you have dementia yourself, or you're caring for someone who does, it's important to look after yourself, find support and plan for the future.
The following two services are commissioned in Suffolk. Both provide information, advice, and support to people with memory concerns and/or a diagnosis of dementia and their carers, and champion dementia awareness in communities.
Available 7 days a week: Monday – Friday 9am – 6pm.
Saturday, Sundays, and Bank Holidays 10am – 4pm.
There are many organisations and services which support people with dementia, their families and family carers in Suffolk, including:
In addition to the above, the Alzheimer’s Society have a national dementia support line
This service available to anyone affected by dementia on 0333 150 3456. The support line’s opening hours are:
Calls are charged at standard local rate.
Additionally, the Alzheimer’s Society website offers a comprehensive range of information about various forms of dementia, along with dementia talking point – a free online community where anyone affected by dementia can receive peer support.
Dementia Friends can get involved with things like volunteering, campaigning or wearing a badge to raise awareness. Why don't you be a Dementia Friend for Suffolk?
Dementia action alliances in Suffolk are local groups who are working to create dementia-friendly communities, aiming to create a more inclusive environment for people with dementia.