RAF soars high for Alzheimer's Society
Published 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.
RAF Air Commodore Paul Hughesdon, Director of Welfare and Policy, visited the Alzheimer's Society's offices in London to present the cheque to the charity's Chief Executive Jeremy Hughes.
Jeremy Hughes said:
'We are extremely grateful to the RAF Benevolent Fund for this generous donation and their continued support throughout the years. The support of the RAF Benevolent Fund is so important as it enables us to provide a vital lifeline to people with dementia and their carers, many of whom have been affiliated with the RAF.'
The RAF Benevolent Fund has supported Alzheimer's Society for 15 years and has so far donated a total of £720,000.
Paul Hughesdon said:
'I am delighted to present this donation today. Alzheimer's Society offers invaluable support to members of the RAF family, and this donation is a reflection of their significant work relieving strain on carers and those with dementia.'
'Working with organisations like Alzheimer's Society helps us to deliver specialist support where it is most needed, a task central to our role as the RAF's leading welfare charity.'
Alzheimer's Society supports around 13,000 people who have been affiliated with the RAF through a range of information and care services.
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- One in three people over 65 will die with dementia
- Alzheimer's Society research shows that 750,000 people in the UK have a form of dementia, more than half have Alzheimer's disease. In just ten years a million people will be living with dementia. This will soar to 1.7 million people by 2051
- Alzheimer's Society champions the rights of people living with dementia and the millions of people who care for them
- Alzheimer's Society works in England, Wales and Northern Ireland
- Alzheimer's Society supports people to live well with dementia today and funds research to find a cure for tomorrow. We rely on voluntary donations to continue our vital work. You can donate now by calling 0845 306 0898 or visiting alzheimers.org.uk
- Alzheimer's Society provides a National Dementia Helpline, the number is 0845 300 0336 or visit alzheimers.org.uk
