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Heather, who has metabolic dementia, gives advice on how to plan a dementia-friendly group outing. Learn why dementia-friendly tourist locations are so important for Heather and others with dementia.
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Real stories
Charles Duberry had the courage to travel 4,000 miles for a new life in the UK. But he struggled to tell his family about his dementia diagnosis. His niece Evelyn Ayersadofo and his dementia support worker, Taiyaba Zeria tell of his remarkable journey from Monserrat to Manor House.
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Real stories
Prue's mother Agnes, who had dementia, passed away on 31 December 1989. During the time she was caring for her mother, Prue kept a diary that she still looks at occasionally. Here we share an excerpt.
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Real stories
Gordon Lambert has transformed his life. From a traumatic upbringing in a former British colony to bringing up his own family in London. Read his incredible story and how he still helps others now, while living with vascular dementia.
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Real stories
15 year old Mia Dale based her GCSE creative writing piece on her grandfather, Derek Curley, and the cruelty of dementia. He passed away from Alzheimer's disease recently, aged 88. We are pleased to share Mia's piece here unedited.
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Real stories
Keith Oliver was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2010, and now looks for ways he can keep his mind active. With the help of his grandson, Keith has tested out some games and activities for people living with dementia.
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Gwen cared for her mum, who had Alzheimer's disease, until her final years. Following the recent death of someone else with dementia, Gwen had a dream about her mum and wrote this emotive poem when she woke up.
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A group of people with dementia have created a book of poems giving insight into what everyday life is like for them. Read some of their works, which covers topics including communication, companionship and identity.

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