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

Lack of professional support made getting my dementia diagnosis more difficult

Real stories
24 September 2021
Real stories

Art therapy helps my grandmother with her dementia and my autism

Real stories
20 September 2021
Real stories

What I have learnt from having multiple relatives with dementia

Real stories
03 September 2021
Real stories

The tipping point for my wife needing a diagnosis of dementia

Real stories
31 August 2021
Real stories

Creating meaningful moments: a teenager’s perspective on dementia

Real stories
19 August 2021
Real stories

How The FA and Alzheimer's Society partnership will help people affected by dementia

Real stories
06 August 2021
Research

Dementia is one of the biggest killers in the UK

Research
28 July 2021
Real stories

My Grandad with dementia was a special part of my wedding

Real stories
20 July 2021

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