News archive
News archive for 2013
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.
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.
Local artist donates works to Alzheimer's Society in support of people affected by dementia
14 January 2013
Up and coming artist Mandy Amos has donated three of her original second state print work proofs to Alzheimer’s Society to help raise money for the charity’s work for people with dementia.
A new year of fundraising at The Oracle
14 January 2013
We are delighted to announce that The Oracle in Reading has selected Alzheimer's Society as one of its three charitable partners for 2013.
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.
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.
Dementia research underfunded, former Health Minister claims
10 January 2013
Former Care Minister Paul Burstow has today called for more investment in dementia research to enable scientists to find a cure and better treatments.
Local authorities given £5 billion public health funding boost
10 January 2013
Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt has announced that £5.45 billion of ringfenced funding will be given to local authorities over the next two years to promote health and prevention of illness.
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.
Places still available at Phillip’s fitness fundraiser for Alzheimer's Society
10 January 2013
Phillip Oldham is challenging himself and 'you' to six High Intensity Interval workouts at the Hub Community Centre (Brownlow) on Saturday 23 February 2013.
Volunteers come out in force to support the festive Marks and Spencer Bag Pack in aid of Alzheimer's Society
9 January 2013
After a successful bag packing day Down and Lisburn’s Volunteer Fundraising Group leader Mr John Huddleston shares his thoughts;
An amazing fundraising year from the staff at Parkview Veterinary Clinic who raised money for Alzheimer's Society
9 January 2013
A huge thank you to our Strabane supporters Linda Lafferty, Florence Robinson, Andrea McShane, Nicola McShane and Adrian Devine who have been fundraising for Alzheimer's Society throughout 2012.
Study suggests Beta Blockers might reduce the risk of dementia
7 January 2013
A study released in San Diego toady has found that Beta Blockers might reduce the risk of dementia.
Alzheimer's Society comment on Mid-term review
7 January 2013
David Cameron and Nick Clegg today outlined their achievements and future commitments in a mid-term review.
Government to announce cap on care costs, say media reports
7 January 2013
Today the government is expected to announce that it will be responding to the Dilnot proposals by legislating to change the rules on charging for social care services in England.
David Cameron announces new measures to improve hospital dementia care
4 January 2013
David Cameron has today (Friday 4 January) announced a new set of care quality measures which aim to drive up the quality of care experienced by people with dementia in hospitals.
EDF Energy can brighten the lives of people living with dementia
3 January 2013
Alzheimer’s Society is one of the charities shortlisted to be the next EDF Energy charity partner and we need your help to win the employee vote!
Alzheimer's Society response to Paul Burstow comment on social care funding
3 January 2013
Former care services minister Paul Burstow is today (Thursday 3 January 2013) calling for fuel allowance for pensioners to be means tested to free up more money for adult social care.
