People with dementia may be eligible for a reduction in their Council Tax bill - money you save can help you to maintain your independence. For example, buying assistive technology or paying for a taxi to meet with friends.
People with dementia may be eligible for a reduction in their Council Tax bill - money you save can help you to maintain your independence. For example, buying assistive technology or paying for a taxi to meet with friends.
Trontinemab is one of the latest disease-modifying drugs currently being tested in late-stage clinical trials. Here’s what we know about this potential new treatment for Alzheimer's disease.
Trontinemab is one of the latest disease-modifying drugs currently being tested in late-stage clinical trials. Here’s what we know about this potential new treatment for Alzheimer's disease.
If you’re supporting somebody living with dementia, here are 7 ways to help make sure they’re safe and comfortable during the colder, winter months.
If you’re supporting somebody living with dementia, here are 7 ways to help make sure they’re safe and comfortable during the colder, winter months.
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A traditional religious festival provides an opportunity for family and friends to celebrate together. Here we provide guidance, and some ideas to support those living with dementia at Chanukah, also known as Hanukkah.
A traditional religious festival provides an opportunity for family and friends to celebrate together. Here we provide guidance, and some ideas to support those living with dementia at Chanukah, also known as Hanukkah.
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Semaglutide (the essential ingredient in Rybelsus, Ozempic and Wegovy) is currently in the headlines after the disappointing news that clinical trials showed it does not help slow Alzheimer’s disease. Here’s what we know about this drug.
Semaglutide (the essential ingredient in Rybelsus, Ozempic and Wegovy) is currently in the headlines after the disappointing news that clinical trials showed it does not help slow Alzheimer’s disease. Here’s what we know about this drug.
Support available from Alzheimer’s Society for people affected by dementia struggling with the news, and how you can help look after your own mental health as well.
Support available from Alzheimer’s Society for people affected by dementia struggling with the news, and how you can help look after your own mental health as well.
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Knitted fiddle toys can be helpful for people with dementia with restless hands. Knit our festive Snuggle Elf to give as a seasonal toy.
Knitted fiddle toys can be helpful for people with dementia with restless hands. Knit our festive Snuggle Elf to give as a seasonal toy.
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Not sure what to buy for somebody who is living with dementia? Read our guide to the best Christmas gifts and stocking fillers in our online shop.
Not sure what to buy for somebody who is living with dementia? Read our guide to the best Christmas gifts and stocking fillers in our online shop.
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Some people affected by dementia have felt misunderstood and discriminated against. These first-hand accounts show some of the ways in which people are stigmatised and treated wrongly.
Some people affected by dementia have felt misunderstood and discriminated against. These first-hand accounts show some of the ways in which people are stigmatised and treated wrongly.
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Dementia Adviser Jaime Berry talks about her experiences of helping families dealing with dementia at Christmas and how she helps make it work for them.
Dementia Adviser Jaime Berry talks about her experiences of helping families dealing with dementia at Christmas and how she helps make it work for them.
Sunflower lanyards have become a popular way to recognise if someone has a non-visible disability, such as dementia. But are lanyards the best way to get support and is there an element of risk for people with dementia?
Sunflower lanyards have become a popular way to recognise if someone has a non-visible disability, such as dementia. But are lanyards the best way to get support and is there an element of risk for people with dementia?
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