Latest news
Dramatic variation in dementia diagnosis across UK
14 January 2013
New figures released by Alzheimer’s Society reveal wide variations in how many people are receiving a diagnosis of dementia in Britain.
General news
New dementia training DVD launched for homecare workers
14 January 2013
Alzheimer’s Society has today (Monday 14 January) launched a training resource to help homecare workers provide excellent person centred support for people with dementia who are living at home.
Fundraising news
Memory Walk 2012 raises over £1 million
15 January 2013
Thanks to your support, for the first time ever, Memory Walk has raised over £1 million for people living with dementia.
Research news
Launch of once a day drink for people with early Alzheimer's disease
14 January 2013
Today (Monday 14 January) an over the counter 125ml once a day drink has become available for people living with the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease.
Celebrity news
International Rugby star Ollie Phillips takes an epic cycle challenge in honour of his grandmother
10 January 2013
Ollie Phillips, England Sevens rugby star will swap the playing field for the open road this year as he takes on an epic 235 mile bike ride from London to Brussels.
