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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Advice
Advice

Movement expert Dr Ríona McArdle and former carer, Lyn Rogers, explain why dementia can make moving around more difficult, and share ideas for supporting you to keep moving well.

Information
Information
Religious festivals like Diwali are typically a time for family, feasting, dancing and celebration. However it can be difficult to know how to support a loved one with dementia.
Real stories
Real stories

Julie shares her memory of a dreamlike encounter with her husband, Ray, who has vascular dementia and Alzheimer's.

Real stories
Real stories

Pete lives with early-onset dementia and is a passionate contributor to Alzheimer’s Society’s activities. His experiences help shape our work through regular involvement in national and local activities.

Research
Research

In the laboratory, dementia researchers focus on understanding how sickness in the brain can lead to loss of memory and identity. Over many studies, a few key proteins have stood out as having a significant role, and one of them is tau. 

Real stories
Real stories

Sophia had a strong bond with her grandfather, Peter. When he developed dementia, it was hard for her to deal with as a teenager. Sophia describes the effect dementia had on their family, and why, in 2022, she completed a Memory Walk in her papa's memory.

Real stories
Real stories

Rob Bryant is raising money for Alzheimer's Society, so we can continue helping everyone affected by dementia, including his mum, Maggie.

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Would you like to write a blog post? We're always looking for real stories to share on our blog. If you don't want to write a post yourself, you can also share your story with us, and get involved in our press and campaigning work. Find out more about both options.

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