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Joanna's mum, Sue, has Frontotemporal dementia. She's also a huge Swansea City fan. Joanna explains how football continues to help Sue feel part of a community, even after her diagnosis.

Real stories
Real stories
Lara's mum, Sandee, has dementia. As Lara becomes a new mother herself, she reflects on the impact dementia has had on her family, through a moving account of their journey.
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Real stories
Football was Stan's greatest love. Now that he has dementia, his wife Candy is inspired to help in any way she can to make football more accessible for people with dementia.
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Real stories
Chris’s father-in-law, Rodger, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016. As his condition progresses, Chris and his wife Irene have felt dementia dominating their lives. He hopes that sharing their experiences can create positive change.
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Real stories
In this story, an anonymous writer talks about her dad, who has recently been diagnosed with dementia. She shares fond memories of her dad who is 'always dancing' and talks about her struggles dealing with his diagnosis.
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Real stories
As a Consultant Occupational Therapist in the NHS, Liz knows the problems that people can face accessing dementia support. She explains why the Government must focus on the support after a dementia diagnosis, not just receiving one.
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Real stories
Jo and Brenda have been a couple for over thirty years, living together in West London. Two years ago, Brenda was diagnosed with dementia but Jo spotted signs well before when Brenda wasn’t her usual self. Here, Jo shares their experiences.
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Real stories
Hannah's Nanny, Kathy, was living independently until a series of mini strokes meant she needed extra care. Following a dementia diagnosis, Kathy is now living a happy and healthy life at her care home where her Hannah and her family can regularly stay in touch.

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