Alzheimer's Society blog

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

Mike and Angela’s story: ‘I must be with her before it’s too late’

Real stories
10 February 2021
Real stories

Rebecca’s story: ‘I need to have some proper contact with my dad in his care home’

Real stories
09 February 2021
Real stories

'My Poem to Dementia' - Caring for Mum in hospital during coronavirus

Real stories
04 February 2021
Real stories

'Dad's hallucinations got worse and worse' - Jess and her dad's young-onset dementia diagnosis

Real stories
28 January 2021
Real stories

A dementia carer's COVID-19 vaccine poem

Real stories
08 January 2021
Real stories

Message of comfort for carers while apart from loved ones with dementia

Real stories
06 January 2021
Real stories

‘Grandad wasn’t himself’ - Spotting changes in behaviour before a dementia diagnosis

Real stories
31 December 2020
Real stories

'Mum was not Mum' - spotting the first signs of Alzheimer's disease

Real stories
08 December 2020

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