Emergency Alert Test – Sunday 7 September, 3pm

This is a reminder that the UK Government will be carrying out an Emergency Alert Test at around 3pm on Sunday 7 September. The test alert will be sent to all compatible 4G and 5G mobile phones and tablets across the UK.

A loud alarm will sound on mobile phones – even if they are set to silent. People living with dementia may find the alert confusing or distressing. If you think the person you care for could be unsettled by it, you can switch the alerts off in your phone settings.

To opt-out:
iPhone: Search “Emergency Alerts” in settings → Turn off Severe & Emergency alerts
Android: Search “Emergency Alerts” in settings → Turn off Severe & Emergency alerts (and other threat categories if listed).

Our 24-hour Freephone Dementia Helpline (0808 808 3000) will be available throughout this time if you need support.