Alzheimer’s Society welcomes new National Manager of Education and Development

Hilary will oversee the Society's Education and Development team which delivers and develops dementia training solutions for organisations whose staff work with people who have dementia.  As well as working with the care sector, local authorities and NHS trusts, Hilary will be responsible for developing Alzheimer's Society's training offer within the community, as part of the National Dementia Friendly Communities initiative. 

Having spent 10 years running her own consultancy business, Hilary began working with charities and immediately knew she wanted to transfer her experience and commercial skills to the sector. Hilary has worked at senior director level helping to improve business performance at various companies including PDSA, Multiyork Fine Furniture, Sheridan Home Fashions and Matalan.

Commenting on her new role, Hilary said:

'I'm thrilled to be part of such a great cause and excited about the challenges ahead. We can make a real difference to those living with dementia and help improve society's understanding of this condition.'

Jeremy Hughes, Chief Executive at Alzheimer's Society, said:

'We are so pleased to be welcoming Hilary to the Society. Bringing a wealth of commercial sales and marketing experience, Hilary joins Alzheimer's Society at a time when dementia awareness and training is vital as we set about gearing up society to deal with dementia.'

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Notes to editors:

• One in three people over 65 will die with dementia
• Alzheimer's Society research shows that 800,000 people in the UK have a form of dementia, more than half have Alzheimer's disease. In less than 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