Information Creating a global dementia friendly movement At Alzheimer’s Society we have committed to helping other countries to develop their own Dementia Friends programmes, by sharing resources, learnings and fostering a global network.
Real stories A huge impact: Alzheimer’s Society turns 40 In our 40th year, we celebrate the people who are making a real difference for people affected by dementia in their communities. 31 July 2019 0
Information The Worcester Warriors – tackling dementia one try at a time The ‘Our Tackling Dementia’ group run by the Worcester Warriors rugby club can only be described as ‘one big, happy, adult youth club'. 22 July 2019 2
Information Consultancy and support Our innovative consultancy services and specialist support enable organisations across all sectors to meet the needs of people living with dementia and remain at the forefront of best practice.
Research A digital guide to support people with dementia to be part of the community Research project: 'MYCONNECTION-FRIEND', a multi-national project to empower people with dementia who live alone to increase community involvement through the development of an easy to use digital guide.
Real stories Sean’s story: ‘If I can do this, I can work! So I started applying for jobs’ Diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2013 and then dementia last year, working at The Restaurant That Makes Mistakes has given Sean Blackmore renewed confidence and self-esteem. Hear how his experience on the show encouraged him to find work at a local bistro. 12 June 2019 0
Real stories Happier frame of mind: Better support for LGBT+ people affected by dementia A Dementia Friends Champion is enabling volunteers to provide better support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT+) people with dementia. 03 June 2019 0
Information Dementia Friendly Awards categories Learn about the criteria for each category in the Dementia Friendly Awards 2019.
News A lonely future: 120,000 people with dementia living alone, set to double in the next 20 years Six in ten people with dementia say they experience loneliness and isolation. Alzheimer’s Society’s #AskUsAnything launches Dementia Action Week 20-26 May, calling on people to start talking and include people living with dementia
Information Tips for dementia-friendly documents What people with dementia want you to know about creating dementia-friendly documents.
Information Dementia-friendly signage and decoration in Shrewsbury and Telford hospital The experience of patients with dementia has informed a ward transformation in Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital. This led to changes that help patients to be safe and well.
Information Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Dementia Action Alliance priorities-setting survey People with dementia ensured that their local alliance took account of the experience of people with dementia and carers to inform its priorities.
