Alzheimer's Society blog

Penny knew that her husband, Paul, when he wasn't acting like his usual self. Now that Paul has been diagnosed with dementia, Penny describes how cricket helps to keep Paul engaged, and 'like his old self'.

Zohra's husband, Afzal, has vascular dementia. He's also a huge cricket fan. Here, Zohra describes how important the sport continues to be for them both, and why they think dementia research is the key to a better future for those affected.

This South Asian Heritage Month, we spoke to our Ambassador, Dr Karan Jutlla, about why people from South Asian communities aren’t getting the dementia support they need.

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. 

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.

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.

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.