News archive
News archive for 2011
Growing crisis as charges for older people's home care top £7,000
30 December 2011
A new survey of care provided by local councils reveals shocking increases and wide disparities in charges for services for vulnerable older people.
Bromley carer reunited with Ruth Jones tonight
28 December 2011
Bromley carer Ron Lambert will be reunited with actress Ruth Jones on television tonight (Wednesday 28 December) during BBC One’s Comic Relief programme 'What a Cracker'.
Santander smashes fundraising record for Alzheimer's Society
22 December 2011
Banking giant Santander raised a staggering £572,000 for Alzheimer’s Society through its 2011 charity of the year fundraising challenges.
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21 December 2011
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Enter our competition to have your artwork featured in our calendar and Christmas cards
20 December 2011
Are you a budding artist? Submit your work and it could feature in our 2013 calendar or as a Christmas card in our 2012 catalogue.
MPs and peers launch inquiry into dementia diagnosis rates
20 December 2011
Diagnosis rates of dementia have increased by just two per cent to 43 per cent in the past year. This means most people with the condition are still being left without vital support and treatment.
Celebrities line-up to support Christmas fundraiser in aid of Alzheimer's Society
16 December 2011
Stars from the cast of This Morning have shown their support to a Christmas charity campaign run in aid of Alzheimer's Society.
Hospital staff do not feel they have enough training to care for people with dementia, says National Audit of Dementia
16 December 2011
More than two thirds of hospital staff do not believe they have had sufficient training to deliver quality care to people with dementia, according to a report published today (16 December 2011).
People with dementia short changed out of £100 million and must be better protected says Alzheimer's Society
13 December 2011
People with dementia are being cheated out of at least £100 million, Alzheimer’s Society reveals today.
It's not too late to get your Christmas gifts from our online shop
13 December 2011
Still looking for some last minute gifts or cards? If you haven’t done so yet, make sure that you take a look at our online shop to finish off the last of your Christmas shopping.
Alzheimer’s Society grateful for memorial kart race funds
8 December 2011
On Monday 5 December the Dan Wheldon Memorial Kart Race took place at Daytona Milton Keynes.
Cathedral debut for Alzheimer's Society Choir
7 December 2011
Gospel singers and a choir of people defying Alzheimer's will be among the performers taking part in a spectacular carol concert at Liverpool’s Anglican Cathedral.
Swansea land registry staff run for Alzheimer's Society
6 December 2011
Land registry staff who took part in the Swansea Bay 10K run in September have raised over £350 for Alzheimer’s Society.
Alzheimer's Society celebrates memories this Christmas
6 December 2011
The Society's Yorkshire fundraisers have launched a new appeal this Christmas to celebrate the importance of our memories.
'BrainyApp' iPhone application launched
5 December 2011
The Bupa Health Foundation and Alzheimer’s Australia have announced the UK launch of a world-first brain health app, the latest digital tool to help in the fight against dementia.
Vulnerable people being put at risk by failings of CQC – Alzheimer's Society
2 December 2011
The number of inspections and compliance checks of care homes have been cut back since the Care Quality Commission (CQC) took over their regulation two years ago, according to a new report.
Flashmob choir sing their hearts out for a dementia friendly Christmas
1 December 2011
Today, 1pm, Thursday 1 December, award winning choir group, Crystal Chords descended on a Tesco Superstore in Cheetham Hill, Manchester to surprise shoppers with a Christmas carol.
Alzheimer's Society chosen for The Times Christmas Charity Appeal
1 December 2011
The Times has announced its support for the 750,000+ people living with dementia in the UK by choosing Alzheimer’s Society as one of its three Christmas charities.
Study suggests behaviour and mental exercise regime postpones progression of dementia symptoms in people in care homes
1 December 2011
Researchers have found that people with dementia in care homes who were enrolled on a 12 month regime of behavioural and mental exercises showed a postponement of the progression of the symtoms
Eating fish reduces your risk of developing cognitive decline, says study
30 November 2011
Researchers in Chicago have found that people who eat baked or grilled fish on a weekly basis may be at a reduced risk of developing cognitive decline.
Designers to develop innovative new concepts to improve life with dementia
29 November 2011
The first round of ideas to be developed for the Design Council's Living well with dementia design challenge have now been announced.
Dementia services need to be protected from cuts
29 November 2011
Four out of five people (83 per cent) think people with dementia and their carers need more help and support yet almost as many (72 per cent) fear dementia care could fall victim to cuts.
New poetry booklet to raise funds for dementia services
28 November 2011
On Tuesday 13 December at 6pm a group of local volunteers from Buckinghamshire will launch a new poetry booklet, 'Gloriously Us', to raise funds for dementia services.
Alzheimer's Society comment on deep brain stimulation research
28 November 2011
An article in New Scientist magazine suggests brain shrinkage in people with Alzheimer’s disease can be reversed in some cases – by jolting the degenerative tissue with electrical impulses.
Enter our competition for a chance to win Blood Brothers tickets and a signed calendar
25 November 2011
Enter our competition and you could win a pair of tickets to West End musical Blood Brothers as well as a signed Blood Brothers calendar.
Generous Glen Campbell fans donate more than £4,000 to Alzheimer's Society
25 November 2011
Fans of guitar legend Glen Campbell are helping support people with dementia by donating generously during his UK tour.
NHS to prioritise dementia care
24 November 2011
Dementia has been made a high level priority for action in the new NHS Operating Framework published today (Thursday 24 November 2011).
Win a Chance to Meet Bond Girl Britt Ekland!
23 November 2011
International movie star and Alzheimer's Society Patron, Britt Ekland, is offering fans a perfect way to mark the start of the festive season.
Older people being put at risk by substandard care
23 November 2011
People with dementia and other older people are being put at risk and having their human rights breached by poor quality care a new report by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) claims.
Alzheimer's Society Chief Executive to give keynote address at The King's Fund conference
22 November 2011
Jeremy Hughes, Alzheimer's Society Chief Executive will be giving a keynote address at The King's Fund conference tomorrow, Wednesday 23 November.
Study suggests link between early Alzheimer's disease and low body mass index (BMI)
22 November 2011
People in the earliest stages of Alzheimer's disease may be more likely to have a lower body mass index according to a study published in Neurology (Monday 21 November 2011).
Outfit launch new button mirrors to support Alzheimer's Society
21 November 2011
This Christmas our new button mirrors are available in all Outfit stores and will help raise money for Alzheimer’s Society.
Volunteers needed to test our website
17 November 2011
We need your help to recruit volunteers for our website usability project.
People with dementia missing out on direct payments
17 November 2011
More than three quarters of people with dementia who receive social care support at home are not using direct payments or other personal budgets.
Tesco pharmacies to provide vital information on dementia
16 November 2011
Tesco pharmacy has become the first national pharmaceutical chain to partner with Alzheimer's Society.
Alzheimer's Society new Director of External Affairs announced
10 November 2011
Alzheimer’s Society’s Head of Policy and Public Affairs, Andrew Chidgey, has today (Thursday 10 November) been appointed the Society’s next Director of External Affairs.
Mayor chooses Alzheimer's Society as charity of the year
9 November 2011
Brecon Town Mayor Cllr Paul Ashton has chosen Alzheimer's Society as his charity of the year, and Brecon will be host to several Alzheimer's fundraising events this Christmas.
High blood pressure increases risk of cognitive decline
7 November 2011
Vascular risk factors, including high blood pressure and signs of heart disease, increase your chance of developing cognitive problems according to a study published in Neurology on 7 November.
Lifetime achievement award caps career for Clive
7 November 2011
A career helping tens of thousands of people living with dementia has been crowned by Clive Evers with a lifetime achievement award.
Blood Brothers beauties bare all for Alzheimer’s Society
4 November 2011
Stars of hit West End musical Blood Brothers have taken on their most challenging roles yet – posing for a daring calendar to raise money for Alzheimer’s Society.
County music legend, Glen Campbell, gives his support for Somerset’s early dementia campaign
4 November 2011
Country music singer and legend, Glen Campbell, expressed his support last night for a new public awareness campaign in Somerset.
Ten dementia volunteers commended by HRH Princess Alexandra and Sir Michael Parkinson
3 November 2011
Ten Alzheimer's Society volunteers were commended yesterday by Her Royal Highness Princess Alexandra and television presenter Sir Michael Parkinson.
Thank you to all our Memory Walkers
2 November 2011
This year’s Memory Walks are at an end, but what a year it’s been. Partnered this year by Bupa, we had more walks and walkers than ever before.
Actress Sam Giles and the Mayor of Wrexham open new dementia Roadshow
2 November 2011
Actress Sam Giles and the Mayor of Wrexham today opened the first ever Dementia Community Roadshow in Wales at the Wrexham Tesco store on Crescent Road.
Minister calls for new approaches on antipsychotic drugs reduction
2 November 2011
Paul Burstow MP, Care Services Minister, will be giving a speech today at the National Dementia Congress about the over prescription of antipsychotic drugs to people with dementia.
The end of a beautiful partnership at the Bupa Great South Run
31 October 2011
Actor and comedian, Hugh Dennis and ITV Daybreak’s Dr Hilary Jones marked the end of Bupa’s charity partnership with Alzheimer’s Society and Alzheimer’s Scotland at the Bupa Great South Run 2011.
TV stars Hugh Dennis and Dr Hilary Jones lead Alzheimer’s Society team in the Bupa Great South Run
28 October 2011
‘Outnumbered’ star and much loved comedian, Hugh Dennis and ITV Daybreak's Health Editor, Dr Hilary Jones, are leading the Alzheimer’s Society team of over 1,300 runners in the Bupa Great South Run.
Oxford University research on the rising cost of dementia
28 October 2011
Research by Oxford University academics claims Britain spends more on dementia than any of the 15 pre expansion EU countries except for Germany, which has a much higher population.
Competition winners and a special auction prize for music (and Scrabble!) lovers
28 October 2011
The winners of a pair of backstage tickets to the eagerly awaited Ulster Hall Benefit Gig featuring Ash, Divine Comedy and The Undertones are Maire Flynn and Lloyd Houston.
The Buffaloes of Northern Ireland present Alzheimer’s Society with a cheque for £13,500
27 October 2011
All seven provinces of the Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes came together to fundraise for Alzheimer’s Society as their chosen Charity of the Year.
Rugby shirt signed by England star being auctioned for Alzheimer’s Society
25 October 2011
Alzheimer’s Society are the lucky recipients of an official England rugby shirt signed by England World Cup star Mark Cueto.
Enter our free prize draw and win a signed copy of Lynda Bellingham's autobiography
25 October 2011
Enter our fantastic free prize draw and you could win a signed copy of Lynda Bellingham's autobiography Lost and Found: My Story
Family experience leads to successful fundraising event
25 October 2011
First-hand experience of a relative and her family coping with Alzheimer’s has led to the organising of a successful fundraising event raising £4,000.
Coronation Street tackles dementia and carer guilt
21 October 2011
On Friday 21 October Coronation Street’s Eileen Grimshaw - who is currently dating fireman Paul - finds out that his wife has Alzheimer’s disease.
Lady Sylvia Hermon MP for North Down accepts a cheque on behalf of Alzheimer's Society for £11,704
20 October 2011
Lady Sylvia Hermon MP for North Down accepts a cheque on behalf of Alzheimer's Society for £11,704
Visit our online shop and find out more about our daily living aids
20 October 2011
Our online shop offers Christmas cards and gifts, branded goods and publications. New this year are daily living aids to assist people living with dementia and their carers.
Win VIP backstage tickets to Alzheimer's Society benefit gig
18 October 2011
Ash, The Divine Comedy and The Undertones will be playing a very special concert in aid of Alzheimer's Society and we've got two pairs of VIP tickets up for grabs.
Alzheimer’s Society wishes Glen Campbell best of luck for UK tour
14 October 2011
Alzheimer’s Society has wished guitar legend Glen Campbell the very best of luck for the UK leg of his farewell tour, which starts this month.
Alzheimer’s Society team ahead of the pack in Bupa Great Yorkshire Run
10 October 2011
Sheffield born Richard McCourt, South Yorkshireman Dean Andrews and TV presenter Jamie Darling led the charge for Alzheimer’s Society in the Bupa Great Yorkshire Run on Sunday.
New Halloween text donate campaign set to raise vital funds for Alzheimer's Society
7 October 2011
Alzheimer's Society and Tesco have launched an innovative Halloween-themed text donate campaign to raise vital funds to help the fight against dementia.
Celebrities Richard McCourt and Dean Andrews lead the Alzheimer’s Society team in the Bupa Great Yorkshire Run
6 October 2011
Celebrities Richard McCourt and Dean Andrews are leading the charge for Alzheimer’s Society in the Bupa Great Yorkshire Run on Sunday 9 October.
Nestlé hands over £350,000 to Alzheimer’s Society
6 October 2011
Company Employees Smash £250,000 Target for Charity of the Year
Matt's ready for kick-off!
6 October 2011
A host of football legends and celebrities will take to the pitch for Matt Murray's Wolverhampton Wanderers testimonial this Sunday 9 October.
Franny Norton opens new dementia Roadshow in St Helens to provide lifeline to local families
6 October 2011
Next Tuesday 11 October the UK’s first ever Dementia Community Roadshow will visit St Helens with local top jockey Franny Norton launching the vehicle.
Self-assessed poor health could be an indicator of dementia risk
5 October 2011
People who rate their health as poor or fair are significantly more likely to develop dementia later in life according to a study published online in Neurology Wednesday 5 October.
Robbie Savage donates designer threads for online charity auction
5 October 2011
Fans of the football legend, Alzheimer’s Society ambassador and Strictly Come Dancing star Robbie Savage will have the chance to bid for his clothes in a charity auction to help Alzheimer’s Society.
Personal budgets offered to people with continuing healthcare
5 October 2011
People receiving NHS Continuing Healthcare support will be able to ask for a personal health budget by April 2014, Health Secretary Andrew Lansley has announced.
Society ambassadors hit the dancefloor
5 October 2011
Alzheimer's Society ambassadors Russell Grant and Robbie Savage are aiming to impress the judges on this year's Strictly Come Dancing.
Research advances understanding of nerve cell death in Alzheimer’s
28 September 2011
Scientists have moved forward in their understanding of how nerve cells are killed during Alzheimer’s disease, according to research published in the Journal of Neuroscience (Wednesday 28 September).
Santander Autumn Ball raises more than £117,000 for Alzheimer's Society
26 September 2011
A star-studded evening organised by Santander raised a glittering £117,000 for the bank’s charity of the year, Alzheimer’s Society.
Vote for your favourite Alzheimer’s Society project to win a NatWest CommunityForce award
26 September 2011
Voting opened today, 26 September, for the NatWest CommunityForce awards, and Alzheimer’s Society has several projects in the running across the country.
Alzheimer's Society website wins top accolade
22 September 2011
Alzheimer's Society’s website has been named as one of the top ten health and medical online sites in 2011.
Help us find the faces of Dementia Awareness Week 2012
22 September 2011
Alzheimer’s Society is looking for the faces of Dementia Awareness Week 2012 (20-26 May in England, Wales and Northern Ireland).
Alzheimer's Society Music Benefit featuring The Divine Comedy, Ash and The Undertones
20 September 2011
This special concert has been put together to raise funds for the Alzheimer's Society. The three main acts will each perform one of their classic albums in sequence.
Hollyoaks hunk Andy and Jamie the darling lead the 3,500 strong Alzheimer’s Society team in the Bupa Great North Run
19 September 2011
BBC TV presenter Jamie Darling and actor and entrepreneur Andy Newton Lee clocked up impressive times when they lead the 3,500 strong Alzheimer’s Society running team in the Bupa Great North Run.
Vitamin B could help with memory problems, says research
13 September 2011
Taking vitamin B could delay the progression of cognitive decline, according to two studies presented at the British Science Festival in Bradford today (Tuesday 13 September).
Weightloss wonder Wendy leads Alzheimer’s Society team in the Bupa Great North Run alongside Hollyoaks hunk Andy and Jamie the darling
13 September 2011
Wendy Bell, 53, from Cramlington in Northumberland will be leading the Alzheimer’s Society’s team of over 3,500 runners.
Up to 27 million people living with undiagnosed dementia worldwide, says report
13 September 2011
Three-quarters of the estimated 36 million people with dementia worldwide do not have a formal diagnosis, according to a major new report published today (Tuesday, 13 September).
High cholesterol linked to increased risk of Alzheimer’s
13 September 2011
People with high cholesterol may be at a higher risk of Alzheimer’s according to a study published in Neurology today (Tuesday 13 September 2011).
Alzheimer's Society urges people to sign up to Dementia Awareness Day’s Facebook page
12 September 2011
Alzheimer's Society is supporting a new dementia awareness event, Dementia Awareness Day (DAD), which is taking place on Saturday 17 September 2011.
Public not aware of simple steps they can take to reduce risk of dementia, according to new research study
12 September 2011
Only one in ten people realise that taking regular exercise is one of the best ways to reduce their risk of developing dementia, according to a survey commissioned by Alzheimer’s Society and Bupa.
Touch-screen test could play role in diagnosis of dementia
7 September 2011
British company Cambridge Cognition has today announced that it is planning to trial a computerised memory test in GP surgeries.
Alzheimer’s Society recognised as a producer of high quality health and social care information
1 September 2011
Alzheimer’s Society has been certified as a provider of high quality health and social care information.
Higher density of blood vessels could point to Alzheimer’s
1 September 2011
A higher density of blood vessels in the brain could be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease according to research published in the Public Library of Science ONE online.
Celebrities support Memory Walk 2011
31 August 2011
A host of celebrities, including an Oscar winner, Bafta winner and FA Cup winner have shown their support for this year's Memory Walk.
The Design Council launch their Living well with dementia challenge
25 August 2011
Rethinking life with dementia is the new challenge being set by the Design Council in their Living well with dementia challenge, the latest in their open innovation competitions.
Hays staff get casual to buy new TV for dementia cafe
25 August 2011
Staff working for Hays, the leading recruiting expert, slung off their suits and left their high heels at home to raise enough money to buy a new television for a Stockwell Alzheimer’s Society service
Brain scan may identify Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms appear, says study
24 August 2011
A brain scan may reveal those at risk of Alzheimer’s by highlighting changes in the brain before people experience symptoms, research published Wednesday, 24 August in Neurology suggests.
Remember the person photo competition winners announced
24 August 2011
The Alzheimer's Society Remember the person photo competition challenged photographers to look beyond the stereotypes of living with dementia.
Vitamin C found to reduce amyloid plaques in mice with Alzheimer's disease
19 August 2011
New research has found vitamin C may help prevent the formation of amyloid-beta protein clumps that typically build up in the brains of those with Alzheimer’s disease.
£18 million for dementia research announced by the government
18 August 2011
The government has announced an £800 million investment in health research over the next five years today (Thursday, 18 August), including £18 million for dementia research.
Personal budgets must not mean less funding or poorer services for people with dementia
17 August 2011
Local authorities have reduced spending on home care by 8 per cent, according to Laing and Buisson research published today (Wednesday, 17 August 2011).
Sleep disorders increase risk of dementia in older women, says study
10 August 2011
Older women who have difficulty breathing when asleep are more likely to develop dementia, according to a study published in the journal JAMA Tuesday 9 August.
New way to reverse the effects of memory decline discovered, research says
28 July 2011
A hypertension drug could reverse the effects of memory decline, research published in Nature Wednesday, 27 July 2011 suggests.
Model Nell McAndrew urges runners to sign up for Wilne 10k and raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society
21 July 2011
Nell McAndrew, Model, TV presenter and fitness enthusiast is urging people in Derbyshire to enter the first ever Wilne 10k and raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society.
Epic Indian adventure raises more than £1,500 for Alzheimer's Society
21 July 2011
A cycling teacher from Bexley has raised more than £1,500 for the Society with an epic bike ride through the Indian Subcontinent in memory of his in-laws.
Potential Alzheimer’s treatment could be safe but only in low doses
20 July 2011
High doses of a potential Alzheimer's vaccine cause significant side effects including build up of fluid in the brain but these effects are considerably reduced in lower doses, says new research.
New tests could help in mission to improve Alzheimer's diagnosis rates
20 July 2011
Blood and spinal fluid tests could play a key role in new methods to detect Alzheimer's before symptoms of dementia appear, according to new research.
Memory problems with other cognition problems could increase risk of dementia
19 July 2011
People with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) including memory problems are significantly more likely to develop dementia than those with MCI without memory problems according to new research.
Reducing prevalence of common risk factors by 25 per cent could prevent 3 million cases of Alzheimer's disease worldwide, says study
19 July 2011
Decreasing the prevalence of risk factors including smoking and inactivity could prevent 3 million Alzheimer's cases, says research being presented at International Conference of Alzheimer's Disease.
Research leading the way in the fight to reduce antipsychotics for people with dementia
19 July 2011
Three groundbreaking, Alzheimer's Society-supported clinical trials are helping in the fight to reduce the unacceptable levels of inappropriate prescriptions of antipsychotics for people with dementia
Victory and no washout for Bupa Great North Run 10K runners
19 July 2011
It rained heavily but TV presenter Jamie Darling and a team of undeterred runners braved the torrent to complete the Bupa Great North Run 10K on Sunday 17 July and raise vital funds to fight dementia
Alzheimer's Society supporter Sir Terry Pratchett recognised as a Champion of Alzheimer's disease
18 July 2011
Award-winning author and Alzheimer's Society supporter, Sir Terry Pratchett, has been named Health Champion of the Year by the UK's leading health experts and journalists.
Veterans and American footballers at increased risk of dementia or cognitive decline, studies claim
18 July 2011
Older veterans who experienced traumatic brain injury (TBI) are twice as likely to develop dementia.
Increase in falls could be an early sign of Alzheimer's
17 July 2011
An increase in the number of falls is an early indicator of Alzheimer's and is also linked to build up of amyloid in the brain – a hallmark of Alzheimer's.
Changes in the retina could hold Alzheimer's clue
17 July 2011
Blood vessels in the retina could hold clues to the development of Alzheimer's disease according to a study presented at the International Conference on Alzheimer's Disease (ICAD) in Paris today.
Canadian study finds link between dementia and wide range of health problems
14 July 2011
Improving and maintaining health factors not traditionally associated with dementia, such as denture fit, vision and hearing, may lower a person’s risk for developing dementia according to a new study
Hays announce new UK Charity Partner - Alzheimer's Society
13 July 2011
Following a staff vote, Hays UK, the leading recruiting expert, has announced that its new charity partner is Alzheimer’s Society.
Alzheimer’s Society seeks Southern Cross assurances
12 July 2011
Alzheimer’s Society has written to Southern Cross Healthcare Group on behalf of people with dementia.
Reduce hospital beds by at least 10 per cent and create over £1 billion for community based dementia services
12 July 2011
The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Dementia (APPG) is today making a controversial challenge to the NHS to reduce hospital beds by at least 10 per cent.
Fringe play to raise awareness of dementia
8 July 2011
A one-woman show about the effect of dementia on three generations of one family is to debut at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August.
Tutbury cylists to ride more than 130 miles for Alzheimer's Society
8 July 2011
Nestlé staff from Tutbury in Staffordshire will zoom past Walsall, Solihull and Banbury on Tuesday 12 July as they join in a 500 mile cycle relay for Alzheimer's Society.
Dementia not taken seriously enough according to poll
7 July 2011
Dementia is the most joked about medical condition according to an Alzheimer's Society commissioned poll.
Reality TV pundit's X-Factor single in aid of Alzheimer's Society
6 July 2011
North East reality TV pundit supports Alzheimer's Society with his song 'X-Factor's on the TV'.
Bucks Fizz ticket offer!
5 July 2011
If you'd like to see Bucks Fizz but need a little help making your mind up, Alzheimer's Society staff, volunteers and friends can buy discounted tickets to the band's Monday 11 July concert in London.
Drop for dementia raises £14,500 for Alzheimer's Society
5 July 2011
A daredevil team of Santander employees raised a staggering £14,528 for charity by abseiling seven storeys down the Ramada Encore Hotel in Milton Keynes.
Outfit staff and customers join the fight against dementia in 2011
5 July 2011
Outfit staff and customers are joining forces with Alzheimer's Society today with the aim of raising over £200,000 to help people with dementia and their carers.
Dilnot Commission recommendations could end Dementia Tax: Alzheimer's Society
4 July 2011
The Dilnot Commission on Funding of Care and Support will today (Monday, 04 July) recommend that social care costs are capped to ensure people do not lose their assets.
Alzheimer's Society launches competition to put dementia in the frame
1 July 2011
Alzheimer’s Society is calling on amateur and professional photographers to capture what it is like to live with dementia as the charity launches a competition ahead of Dementia Awareness Week.
RAF soars high for Alzheimer's Society
30 June 2011
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is helping Alzheimer’s Society to improve the lives of people with dementia and their carers through a generous donation of £70,000.
Dementia will be the new tax unless a charging revolution is achieved – Alzheimer’s Society
30 June 2011
People do not plan for care and risk facing a 'dementia tax' unless the system of funding for care changes dramatically, Alzheimer’s Society warns today (Thursday, 30 June).
Special book offer for Alzheimer's Society supporters
29 June 2011
Over 200 celebrities have been asked what song brings back special memories for a book that will raise funds for Alzheimer's Society.
Carlisle cyclists to join 500 mile relay for Alzheimer’s Society
29 June 2011
Twenty Nestlé staff will zoom through Brampton, Hexham and Wylam on Monday 4 July as they join the push to declare victory over a 500 mile cycle relay for Alzheimer's Society.
Cinnamon can delay development of Alzheimer’s, according to study
29 June 2011
An extract found in cinnamon bark, called CEppt, contains properties that can delay the development of Alzheimer's disease, according to a study published in the journal PloS One.
BTIG donates $33,000 to Alzheimer’s Society
28 June 2011
BTIG generously donated $33,000 to Alzheimer’s Society from their Commissions for Charity Day.
Route Map gives new priority to dementia research
28 June 2011
Up to £20 million will be spent on four National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Biomedical Research Units over the next five years, Paul Burstow, Care Services Minister announced today.
Bupa partners with Alzheimer's Society for Memory Walk 2011
24 June 2011
Alzheimer’s Society and Bupa are today celebrating the tenth year of Memory Walk by signing a new partnership in support of the charity’s flagship fundraising event.
Intrepid adventurers embark on a trip to remember
24 June 2011
An intrepid team of travellers are set to cycle, row and hike their way from Dublin to Mount Snowdon in a bid to raise thousands for Alzheimer's Society.
Alzheimer's Society comment on EHRC report
21 June 2011
Interim findings published Monday, 20 June 2011 by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) revealed that care at home is failing to protect older people’s basic human rights.
Are you a Nationwide customer?
20 June 2011
Alzheimer’s Society is one of three charities to benefit from Nationwide’s AGM vote.
Implant could have benefits for long term memory problems
17 June 2011
Scientists have created an electrical device that can record and play back signals in the brain of rats associated with memory according to a study published in the Journal of Neural Engineering today
Sign up to Alzheimer's Society podcasts
16 June 2011
Every other month you can now tune in to Alzheimer’s Society’s podcasts. These audio magazines are roughly 10 minutes in length and can be downloaded or subscribed to online.
Iconic Bond girl opens dementia Roadshow to provide lifeline to Northern Irish families
14 June 2011
Today, 14 June, actress Britt Ekland launches the UK’s first ever Dementia Community Roadshow at Tesco Knocknagoney Road store in Belfast.
Alzheimer's Society comment on NHS Future Forum report
14 June 2011
The NHS Future Forum, which has carried out a two-month consultation on NHS reform, today reported its findings at a King’s Fund press conference.
Carers week 2011: 13 - 19 June 2011
13 June 2011
This week is Carers Week highlighting the amazing contribution made by carers across the UK.
Terry Pratchett: Choosing to die
13 June 2011
Writer Sir Terry Pratchett, 62, will present a documentary called Terry Pratchett:Choosing to Die on BBC Two at 21:00 Monday, 13 June 2011.
Dementia Community Roadshow provides lifeline to 100,000 families
10 June 2011
On 14 June Alzheimer's Society, Alzheimer Scotland and Tesco will launch the UK’s first ever Dementia Community Roadshow.
URGENT: Getting dementia on the global agenda
9 June 2011
Alzheimer's Disease International and Alzheimer's Society are urgently asking for your help to get dementia on the agenda of global organisations including the UN and World Health Organisation.
Film maker showcases debut work for Alzheimer's Society
9 June 2011
A budding film maker will be showcasing his debut feature film in a bid to raise money for Alzheimer's Society.
The right prescription: a call to action on the use of antipsychotic drugs for people with dementia
9 June 2011
The Dementia Action Alliance has launched a call to action on the use of antipsychotic drugs for people with dementia.
Enter our prize draw for your chance to win a copy of Exile DVD
6 June 2011
We have a fantastic prize draw for you so enter today and you could be in with a chance of winning a copy of Exile DVD. Exile is a three-part drama that was screened on the BBC in April.
Kaiser Chiefs support Alzheimer's Society with the launch of their new album
3 June 2011
Today for the first time music lovers can download their own version of the new Kaiser Chiefs album, while supporting Alzheimer's Society.
Southern Cross Healthcare – Alzheimer's Society comment
1 June 2011
Southern Cross Heathcare has announced it will withhold a third of its rental payments over the next four months while it comes to a permanent solution to its financial situation, according to reports
Today is the start of Volunteer Week - be inspired to get involved
1 June 2011
Today is the start of Volunteer Week and here at Alzheimer’s Society we have over 5,400 active volunteers who are absolutely vital to the organisation.
Thanks to everyone involved in the BIG Collection - it was a huge success
31 May 2011
On Friday 27 and Saturday 28 May, thousands of volunteers donated their valuable time to collect money at Tesco stores all across the UK to help build a better future for people with dementia.
Alzheimer’s Society celebrities run in Bupa London 10,000 and raise funds for people with dementia and their carers
31 May 2011
Actors Shaun Dooley and Nigel Whitmey, TV presenter Jamie Darling and garden designer and BBC presenter, Chris Beardshaw, have raised almost £2,500 for us by taking part in the Bupa London 10,000.
Help us improve our website - complete our short online card sort
31 May 2011
Do you have 10 minutes to spare? We need volunteers to help us improve our website by taking part in a short online card sort.
'Granddad's gone. Now I’ll run in his memory'
26 May 2011
Back in January, when James Shillinglaw signed up to run the Bupa London 10,000 in honour of his grandfather, who had Alzheimer’s disease, he didn’t imagine he would be running in his memory.
Alzheimer’s Society comment on Care Quality Commission inspection
26 May 2011
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has identified major failings in the first 12 of its 100 reports into the quality of elderly care in UK hospitals.
BBC gardener Chris is digging deep for Alzheimer’s Society in the Bupa London 10,000
25 May 2011
Award-winning garden designer and TV presenter, Chris Beardshaw, is swapping his wellingtons for trainers to run for Alzheimer’s Society in the Bupa London 10,000 run on 30 May.
Three women go on the run for Alzheimer’s Society in the Bupa London 10,000
24 May 2011
Three friends from Sevenoaks, Kent, are running together in the Bupa London 10,000 on 30 May, to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society.
Alzheimer's Society comment on OECD report - long-term care spending
23 May 2011
Spending on long-term care is set to double or even triple by 2050, according to a new report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
Helping people with dementia to stay at home could save NHS millions
19 May 2011
Helping people with dementia to live at home and preventing them from needing to go into hospital could save the NHS £127 million a year, according to a report launched by Healthcare at Home today.
Alzheimer’s Society stars lead record turnout of runners in Bupa Great Manchester Run
17 May 2011
Over 2,400 people took to the grey and rainy streets of Manchester yesterday to take part in the Bupa Great Manchester Run and raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society.
Cutting spending will create looming bills – Alzheimer's Society
13 May 2011
Research by the BBC has today unveiled a large variance in the amount councils are spending and planning to spend on Adult Social Care.
Cutting spending will create looming bills
12 May 2011
Research by the BBC has today unveiled a large variance in the amount councils are spending and planning to spend on Adult Social Care.
Nestle raises over £135,000 for Alzheimer's Society
12 May 2011
To celebrate raising £135,000 for their Charity of the Year, Nestlé UK CEO & Chairman, Paul Grimwood and Alzheimer's Society Chief Executive, Jeremy Hughes raised a cup of coffee at Nestlé UK HQ.
Famous faces appeal for 10,000 volunteers to raise funds for dementia
9 May 2011
A host of celebrities, including Fiona Phillips and Robbie Savage, are urging people to volunteer for Alzheimer’s Society and Alzheimer Scotland.
Dean presents United front for Alzheimer's Society in Bupa Great Manchester Run
9 May 2011
Actor and Alzheimer’s Society supporter, Dean Andrews, will be pounding the streets of Manchester on 15 May in the Bupa Great Manchester Run.
Blood test for Alzheimer's disease in early stages
4 May 2011
Scientists from the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) have found a link between the chemical dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and a person’s cognitive and mental status.
Do you work for Hays (recruitment)? Or know anyone who does?
3 May 2011
Alzheimer’s Society has been shortlisted to the final three charities in Hays’s search for their next Charity Partner. But we need your help to win it.
‘Exile’ star Shaun Dooley tackles Bupa London 10,000 for Alzheimer’s Society
3 May 2011
Actor Shaun Dooley, star of BBC psychological thriller, Exile, is doing his first ever 10K run and raising funds for Alzheimer’s Society, as he tackles the Bupa London 10,000 on 30 May.
New dementia treatments in ten years – Alzheimer's Society
3 May 2011
An Alzheimer's Society research programme could lead to new dementia treatments within ten years, leading scientists said.
Lithium can slow memory loss according to study
28 April 2011
Lithium treatment may slow the development of dementia, according to a study published in the British Journal of Psychiatry.
New York to LA Cycle Challenge 2011
26 April 2011
Three Portsmouth University Students; Katie Stephenson, Kirsty Loveridge and Amy Hawkins are cycling from New York to Los Angeles in aid of Alzheimer's Society in the Summer 2011.
Jamie Darling is right on cue at the launch of Bupa Great Yorkshire Run
21 April 2011
Jamie Darling, was joined by Emmerdale actress, Nicola Wheeler, BBC sports commentator, Rob Walker, and former athlete John Mayock at the launch of the Bupa Great Yorkshire Run in Sheffield.
Alzheimer's Society supporters run for the sun in the Virgin London Marathon
20 April 2011
Despite soaring temperatures, over 450 Alzheimer’s Society runners crossed the finishing line of the Virgin London Marathon on Sunday 17 April.
Alzheimer's Society comment on Which? report on care homes
19 April 2011
Which? magazine has written an exposé on standards of care in residential homes for older people which was reported in the media today (Tuesday, 19 April).
Reality TV Psychic raises money with Scream ghost hunt
19 April 2011
Scream Ghost hunt held in the North East by Reality TV psychic, Dean Midas, raises £500 for the Alzheimer's society. The event held on 8 April was attended by county Durham actor Stephen Quinnell.
Jamie Darling leading the charge for team Alzheimer’s Society at launch of Bupa Great Yorkshire Run
18 April 2011
Television presenter Jamie Darling is calling on people from Yorkshire and beyond to put on their trainers and help raise funds to fight dementia at the launch of the Bupa Great Yorkshire Run.
Celebrities are making their mind up to run the Virgin London Marathon for Alzheimer’s Society
15 April 2011
Buck’s Fizz singer, Jay Aston, has made her mind up to run for us in the Virgin London Marathon on Sunday 17 April, along with Kaiser Chief’s Ricky Wilson and Olympic champion rower, Matthew Pinsent.
Changes in the brain could be detected decade before Alzheimer's symptoms are seen
14 April 2011
Brain shrinkage could act as an indicator of Alzheimer’s disease around 10 years before symptoms begin to be seen according to a study published in Neurology.
Meet the other runners in your team – Alzheimer’s Society launches Facebook for fundraisers
12 April 2011
Alzheimer’s Society has launched a series of dedicated Facebook Events pages for its fundraising runners in 2011.
Alzheimer’s Society London wins Afiya Award as dementia in London’s BME community rises
11 April 2011
Alzheimer’s Society London's Area Manager Maggie Owolade has won the BME Health and Social Care Leadership category of the inaugural Afiya Awards, presented on Thursday at London’s City Hall.
Northampton Town Football club staging Roly Mills Memorial match in aid of Alzheimer's Society
7 April 2011
On Saturday 21 May Northampton Town Football Club are staging the Roly Mills Memorial Match sponsored by Dalepak in aid of Alzheimer’s Society.
Terminally ill and seventy plus, but Daphne is determined to finish marathon for Alzheimer’s Society
7 April 2011
Daphne Hathaway, aged 75, may have terminal cancer, but she is still taking part in this year’s Virgin London Marathon to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society.
DNA changes affect age of dementia onset
6 April 2011
Exciting research which sheds light on the processes that take place during early onset dementia was revealed at an event in London today (Wednesday 6 April).
Arch2Arc Challenge 2011
6 April 2011
A team of dedicated fundraisers will be aiming to break the world record when they tackle the world’s toughest triathlon as well as raising funds for Alzheimer’s Society.
Changes are needed to NHS commissioning plans say MPs
5 April 2011
The Health Select Committee has stated that the government’s plans to reform NHS commissioning need to be significantly changed according to a report, 'Commissioning: further issues', published today.
North East reality TV prediction star holds Ghost Hunt event in aid of Alzheimer's Society
4 April 2011
North East Reality TV Predictor Dean 'Midas' Maynard is hosting a ghost hunt with a difference in aid of Alzheimer's at the Manor House Hotel, West Auckland on Friday 8 April.
New research identifies 5 genes associated with Alzheimer's
3 April 2011
Two research studies published in Nature Genetics have collectively identified 5 new gene loci associated with the development of Alzheimer's disease.
If you don’t just like cricket....but love it, make a bid for England signed cricket kit
1 April 2011
A broadband company is auctioning a cricket bat signed by the England cricket team to raise money for Alzheimer’s Society.
Action needed to improve dementia care
29 March 2011
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) today (Tuesday, 29 March 2011) published its second annual report on the state of health care and adult social care in England.
Ashwood Nurseries adopt Alzheimer's Society for Charity of the Year
25 March 2011
We are delighted to announce that Ashwood Nurseries in Kingswinford have chosen Alzheimer’s Society to be their charity of the year.
AA Basingstoke Charity of the Year Partnership
25 March 2011
Many thanks to AA Basingstoke staff for chossing Alzheimer's Society to be their Charity of the Year.
UK scientists move closer to discovering cause of Alzheimer’s
24 March 2011
UK scientists have taken another step forward in their search to identify the causes of Alzheimer’s.
Alzheimer’s drugs to be made available to all
23 March 2011
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) today released its final guidance on four Alzheimer’s drugs.
New method developed for delivering drugs to the brain, says study
21 March 2011
Scientists have developed a new way of administering drugs to the brain to treat Alzheimer’s disease, according to a study published on Sunday 20 March 2011 in ‘Nature Biotechnology’.
Gavin and Stacey actress visits Bromley couple for Comic Relief
18 March 2011
Gavin and Stacey actress Ruth Jones stayed with a Bromley couple as part of a film about dementia to be shown tonight (Friday 18 March) on BBC One’s Comic Relief 2011.
A third of London GPs unable to diagnose dementia according to study
16 March 2011
The new commissioning models will not meet the challenge of the growing need for dementia care according to a new study by the Institute for Public Policy Research (ippr).
Alzheimer's Society website shortlisted for best website in prestigious science communications awards
10 March 2011
Alzheimer’s Society is delighted to announce that our website has been nominated for an award at the prestigious Association of Medical Research Charities’ (AMRC) Science Communication Awards 2011.
New brain scan helps detect early signs of Alzheimer’s
8 March 2011
A new brain scan which can detect early signs of Alzheimer’s is being trialled at memory services in Croydon, Lambeth and Southwark.
Scientists re-grow cells that die in Alzheimer's, according to study
4 March 2011
For the first time scientists have been able to re-grow the brain cells that die early in Alzheimer's disease according to a study published today (Friday 4 March) in the journal Stem Cells.
Actress’ jungle outfit goes on sale on eBay
3 March 2011
Alzheimer’s Society patron Britt Ekland has donated her outfit from ‘I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!’, to help raise money for people with dementia and their carers.
Help us raise £2,500 by voting in the Drambuie Pursuit Challenge 2011
3 March 2011
What does an Airline Pilot, an Event Manager, an Accountant and a Business Development Manager have in common?
Drinking alcohol linked to decreased risk of dementia
2 March 2011
Light to moderate alcohol consumption could decrease the risk of cognitive decline or dementia according to a study published in Age and Ageing today (Thursday 2 March 2011).
Over half a million people will have undiagnosed dementia in 2021
1 March 2011
Alzheimer's Society release new dementia figures on day of Tesco Charity of the Year announcement
Alzheimer's Society supporter in Wales leg of 5,000 mile coastline fundraising trek
25 February 2011
An intrepid Alzheimer's Society supporter will be celebrating St David's Day in Swansea on Tuesday, 1 March, as he makes his way along a sponsored 5,000 mile walk around the United Kingdom.
Wolves legend supports Alzheimer's Society
25 February 2011
Former Wolves goalkeeper, Matt Murray, has been awarded a testimonial by the club and will donate some of the proceeds to Alzheimer's Society.
Exciting research into second most common form of dementia
24 February 2011
A major study into why high blood pressure and strokes can cause brain damage that can lead to dementia was revealed at an event in Bristol today (Thursday, 24 February).
Ruth Langsford and Adele Silva launch Alzheimer's Society's Old Jewellery appeal 2011
23 February 2011
ITV's 'This Morning' presenter Ruth Langsford and actress Adele Silva today (Tuesday 23 February) donated a necklace and bracelet to Alzheimer's Society as they launched the Old Jewellery appeal 2011.
'Who cares?' Yorkshire Building Society says: 'We do!'
18 February 2011
Yorkshire Building Society is today (Friday 18th February) launching its 'Who Cares?' appeal which is set to raise funds to help people with dementia and their carers through Alzheimer's Society.
Artists' Auction for Alzheimer's
18 February 2011
A renowned artist from the North-East will give a talk at an art auction to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society.
Pharmacists need more support to advise people with dementia
15 February 2011
Only thirty three per cent of pharmacists have sufficient knowledge and understanding to provide advice to customers with dementia, according to an Alzheimer’s Society survey published today.
NHS must stop turning other cheek
15 February 2011
Alzheimer's Society is today calling for the NHS to stop 'turning the other cheek' and address widespread failures that amount to a breach of the human rights of thousands of older people.
Fantastic opportunities for all in East Sussex
14 February 2011
2011 is kicking off to a great start in East Sussex, with plenty of events, fundraising and volunteer opportunities available.
Society fundraiser at Windsor Castle
9 February 2011
Join us for an exclusive evening at the Forget-me-not-Concert at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle.
Dementia people's biggest fear in later life
9 February 2011
Dementia is the UK’s biggest fear ahead of cancer according to a You Gov poll out today (Wednesday, 09 February 2011). For every one UK research scientist working on dementia, six work on cancer.
Join us for a special Gala performance to see Hot Mikado in aid of Alzheimer's Society
2 February 2011
Get your tickets for the musical 'Hot Mikado' at The Arts Depot in London which begins on Wednesday 16 March with a special gala performance.
Walk a marathon for dementia
2 February 2011
Last year Memory Walk Marathon was a huge success and raised over £120,000 for people living with dementia. Join us in 2011 for a walking marathon challenge.
People with dementia must not be overlooked by Mental Health Strategy
2 February 2011
The government today announced plans for the 'No health without mental health' Strategy.
Musical memories in aid of Alzheimer's Society
2 February 2011
Does a particular song take you back to a certain time and place?
Alzheimer's Society tackles stigma through iPhone
31 January 2011
Alzheimer's Society hopes to tackle stigma and raise awareness of dementia with the launch of the a new iPhone application launched today (Monday, 31 January 2011)
Protein linked to improved memory, study claims
27 January 2011
A protein which plays an important role in the development of the brain could help boost memory according to a study published in Nature (Wednesday 26 January 2011).
We're looking for volunteers for our next website project - can you help?
26 January 2011
Here at Alzheimer's Society we are always striving to improve our online services and usability is a key part of helping us achieve that.
Insufficient care placing hundreds of thousands of people with dementia at risk
24 January 2011
Quarter of a million people with dementia are being let down by care and support that fails to meet their needs an Alzheimer’s Society report found today (Tuesday 25 January 2011).
London to Paris in 24 hours
21 January 2011
Barry Jordan has recently completed his 24 hour, 320 mile static bike ride to raise money for Alzheimer's Society.
Spend an evening with dementia at the New End Theatre
20 January 2011
A highly-praised play about dementia will be showing at a Hampstead theatre next month starting on 15 February 2011.
Celebrities say 'Get fit and fight dementia' at the launch of the Bupa Great South Run
20 January 2011
Celebrity fitness trainer, Dee Thresher, and EastEnders actor, John Altman, are calling for people to run for Alzheimer’s Society at the launch of the Bupa Great South Run in Portsmouth on 20 January.
Record breaking teenage climber aims to summit Mount Everest
19 January 2011
Alzheimer’s Society supporter Edward Farrelly will attempt to become the youngest Briton to climb Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world at 8,848m, by the South East Ridge.
Victory for people with Alzheimer's
18 January 2011
People at all stages of Alzheimer’s will now be able to access drugs on the NHS that can slow the progression of the disease.
Dr Hilary Jones gives his top 5 tips for beating the Blue Monday blues
14 January 2011
With the 'most depressing day of the year' fast approaching, ITV Daybreak's Health Editor and Alzheimer's Society supporter, Dr Hilary Jones, gives his top 5 tips to keep you smiling on Blue Monday.
Dementia research funding to be prioritised
14 January 2011
Dementia research is being prioritised from March, Paul Burstow, the Care Services Minister, will announce.
Nina Hossain braves the snow for Alzheimer’s charities at the Bupa Great Winter Run
11 January 2011
Despite sub-zero temperatures and a four-inch snowfall, ITV newsreader, journalist and presenter Nina Hossain gamely took part in the Bupa Great Winter Run in Edinburgh on 8 January.
Professional musicians offer free music workshops for people with dementia
7 January 2011
People with dementia in London are being given the opportunity to compose and record their own songs with the help of professional musicians.
New approach detects Alzheimer’s disease markers in the blood
7 January 2011
Scientists have used a new approach to detect Alzheimer’s disease in the blood according to research published in the journal Cell (06 January 2011).
Celebrity supporters show their support for us during the festive period
6 January 2011
The festive period was a busy one for our celebrity supporters as they showed their support for Alzheimer's Society.
Drinking green tea could help prevent dementia, says study
6 January 2011
Regularly drinking green tea could help protect brain cells, a new study published in Phytomedicine claims.
Newsreader Nina heads north for Bupa Great Winter Run for Alzheimer’s charities
5 January 2011
ITV newsreader, journalist and presenter Nina Hossain is kick starting the New Year in Edinburgh, as she tackles the Bupa Great Winter Run on 8 January for Alzheimer’s Society.
Alzheimer's Society welcomes local authority funding to help people leave hospital earlier
5 January 2011
Health Secretary Andrew Lansley said £162million would be transferred from the NHS to local authorities and primary care trusts.
