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The 7-Stage Journey
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Navigating Dementia & Later-Life Care Together

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Welcome to The Care Compass

Whether you’re worried something isn’t right or you’ve just had a diagnosis, you’re in the right place. Our seven stages then take you from diagnosis right through to bereavement. Tap the wheel to find where you are.

You don’t have to navigate it alone.

We work alongside your GP, care team, social worker or hospice — never as a replacement for their advice. Free guidance to help you ask sharper questions and feel steadier walking in.

Explore the Journey

Start with what’s happening. Choose the situation closest to yours.

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Cover of the free booklet A Quiet Place to Start Free booklet A Quiet Place to Start Feeling like this is a lot? All seven stages in one calm, printable 20-page guide. Get the free booklet →

Practical help. Tools for the things families actually need to do.

🔧Real tools, not just readingSudden changes, local support, money worries›
Check a sudden change, find support in your area, or work through money worries — built into the site, free.
£Money you may be owedPIP, Attendance Allowance, Carer’s Allowance and more›
PIP, Attendance Allowance, Carer's Allowance, Pension Credit, and more — gathered in one place. Some of the UK's most under-claimed benefits, explained in plain English, whatever stage you're at.
📖More than the wheelGuides that cover every stage›
Some guides sit across every stage, not just one — Power of Attorney, benefits, legal planning and more. Browse the full library any time.

In our own words

Why we started The Care Compass

One thing worth saying plainly: The Care Compass was built from lived experience. I supported my mum through dementia and my dad through terminal illness. The information existed — what was missing was a clear way to understand what mattered, what came next and where to turn.

Steven Evans, founder of The Care Compass

— Steven Evans, Founder, The Care Compass

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What people are saying. Kind words shared with us, with permission.

Such an incredible resource. So many people have to navigate these situations with limited emotional or practical support. It's like a hug and a ‘how to’ guide all wrapped into one!
Katie Wheeler, Facebook review
This is a fantastic source of information… everything you need all in one place. When you are handed the diagnosis that is literally all you are given… I really wish The Care Compass was around a few years ago.
Lisa Doughty, Facebook review
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Absolutely brilliant. Very well thought out and serves a purpose.
Olivia Bell (helped her mum navigate her grandmother’s dementia)
It organised what feels like such a complicated topic into clear areas and order. I’d recommend it to anybody trying to make sense of what to do next.
Dom Sheffield
Would be so incredibly helpful for anyone, and looks brilliant too.
Jess Umpelby
Caring and compassionate and informative.
Sophie
Warm and welcoming feel. Very personal.
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Keep learning. Clear guidance for whatever comes next.

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Put it into practice. Optional printables for when you need something to write on, share or keep close.

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Important information. The Care Compass provides general information, practical guidance and signposting to help families navigate later-life care. It isn't a substitute for professional medical, legal, financial or social-care advice — individual circumstances vary, so please seek appropriate professional advice where needed. Read our full disclaimer →