Real stories

Rianna Patterson shares the story of her grandfather, Terry and how he inspired her to volunteer with Alzheimer’s Society and set up a youth-led dementia foundation. 

Real stories

Pete Middleton is living with Alzheimer’s Disease, and has been using the Feel Good Folder to help improve his physical activity levels.  Pete reflects on the impact the Folder has had for him, and how it can work for other people living with dementia.

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As part of the third annual Thank You Day, Tony Christie has recorded the classic song ‘Thank You For Being a Friend’ for Music for Dementia.

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Receiving a dementia diagnosis can be overwhelming. Having experienced this when her husband was diagnosed, Julie Blunden recounts what it felt like in the moment in this moving writing piece. 

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Television licences are no longer free for all people over 75. However, if you are claiming Pension Credit and 75 or over, 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
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At the heart of our campaigns to make dementia a political priority, you’ll find people with lived experience, passionately sharing their stories to create change. People like Trevor, who we are excited and honoured to introduce as our 2023 winner of the Dementia Hero Award for Campaigns and Local Influencing. 

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Ian was diagnosed with vascular dementia after he noticed problems with his memory and went to the GP. Following a difficult journey, Ian reflects on how he's adjusted to his diagnosis, and how volunteering has helped.

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Too many people affected by dementia face barriers in their day-to-day lives. Else London, Pobroll, Recreo VR, Cognitive books and Phylax are five new innovations we are supporting to tackle common challenges at every stage of the dementia journey
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Koula spoke to a doctor after noticing problems with her memory, but it took several years for her to get a diagnosis of young-onset Alzheimer's disease. Her daughter Zoe explains the challenges they've faced and what a diagnosis means for them both.
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Evie recalls some of her best memories of her Nan, Barbara, who lived with dementia for 10 years. Particularly, she looks back fondly at Barbara's loving relationship with her husband, Peter, who devoted his life to caring for her after her dementia symptoms started.

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Sports journalist Carrie Brown knows the impact football can have on people. Here, she shares why football has helped with her parents' dementia and how they still find joy in watching sport together.

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Peter, a lifelong football fan and ex-referee, was diagnosed with vascular dementia in 2016. Now an active member of the dementia community, Peter explains why he's such a passionate advocate for dementia-friendly sport.