Alzheimer's Society blog

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.