News Dementia care needs fixing – and you can help At Alzheimer’s Society, we believe that we must – and can – Fix Dementia Care. Sounds simple, doesn’t it? Three simple words but actually quite a daunting task. 19 July 2019 0
Real stories Leanne's story: 'Mum still recognises my face, yet doesn't know my name.' Leanne's mum Hilary was diagnosed with young-onset dementia. Here, she shares her family's story and her feelings throughout their journey, from the initial signs that something was wrong to becoming a carer for her mum. 18 July 2019 0
Real stories Dementia care: The crisis behind closed doors We held a parliamentary photo exhibition, highlighting the human cost of the social care crisis to MPs. Here you can see some of the images and hear from the people affected by dementia who were photographed. 18 July 2019 49
Research Can a healthier lifestyle reduce your risk of dementia? New research from an international team of dementia researchers, led by Exeter Medical School, has found that following a few simple lifestyle choices may help to prevent dementia – particularly in people who have a higher genetic risk of developing the condition. Find out what this means for you. 16 July 2019 0
Information 'Be true to your experience' - the global voices of dementia self-advocacy Alzheimer’s Society has been working in partnership with Dementia Alliance International and the 3 Nations Dementia Working Group to support people affected by dementia to become self-advocates. 16 July 2019 0
Information Dementia Fund debate in Parliament: What was said? Our campaigners visited Parliament last week for a 90-minute debate on improving the lives of people living with dementia. Read what was said and what it means for our campaign to Fix Dementia Care. 02 July 2019 13
Research Celebrating the work of LGBT+ people affected by dementia As we come towards the end of Pride Month, we want to celebrate the work of LGBT+ people affected by dementia who took part in our recent innovation, Bring Dementia Out. 25 June 2019 2
Information How to claim Pension Credit and qualify for a free TV licence From June 2020, television licences will no longer be free for people over 75. However. if you are claiming Pension Credit you will qualify for a free TV licence. Here we advise on how to find out if you are eligible for Pension Credit and how to apply. 24 June 2019 2
Research How could artificial intelligence help people affected by dementia? Artificial Intelligence technology could be a game-changer for people affected by dementia. Find out why Alzheimer’s Society is supporting research in this area. 19 June 2019 6
News Dementia at work: ‘Within three months of my diagnosis I lost my job and got depression’ As part of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Dementia’s new inquiry, people living with dementia have spoken up about their treatment in the workplace. Hear Chris's story and read what this report tells us about dementia and disability rights. 18 June 2019 2
Research Jelly Drops sweets to tackle dehydration in dementia Inspired by his grandmother Pat, Lewis Hornby has invented bright, bite-sized sweets known as Jelly Drops to tackle dehydration in dementia. 14 June 2019 56
Real stories Joy’s story: ‘The restaurant has given a voice to those of us affected by dementia’ Diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer’s disease aged 55, we hear from Alzheimer’s Society Ambassador Dr Joy Watson as she takes on a new challenge; working front of house at The Restaurant That Makes Mistakes. 12 June 2019 7
