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Read real stories from people affected by dementia, and find out about the latest dementia news, research and campaigns.

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Real stories

Jen's story of her dad's dementia: ‘Mum has experienced the worst of it all’

Real stories
21 May 2021
Real stories

'The system isn’t set up to be fair' - Derek's struggle for dementia support

Real stories
18 May 2021
Real stories

‘I wanted to look after Mum, but spent years wrangling with an unfair system’ - Jonathan's story

Real stories
17 May 2021
Real stories

Meera’s dementia story: ‘As long as Grandma keeps smiling, we know she is doing okay’

Real stories
14 May 2021
Real stories

Kate Dickie's personal inspiration behind our Cure the Care System dementia film

Real stories
11 May 2021
Real stories

‘Mum had dementia and received fantastic care. Why isn't it the same for everyone?’ - Julia's story

Real stories
10 May 2021
Real stories

‘Early diagnosis is part of the reason why I am able to have such a rich and full life’- Sylvia's story

Real stories
10 May 2021
Real stories

'Dementia snatched her away' - Aimee's fundraising story about her gran, Helen

Real stories
04 May 2021

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