Latest Press releases

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.

Dramatic variation in dementia diagnosis across UK

15 January 2013

New figures released by Alzheimer’s Society reveal wide variations in how many people are receiving a diagnosis of dementia in Britain.

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 yesterday called for more investment in dementia research to enable scientists to find a cure and better treatments.