Care homes | Alzheimer's Society

Suzanne's story: 'We've had to sell mum and dad's house rapidly, having been turned down for a loan'

Suzanne knew that selling her mum’s house to pay care home fees was always going to be sad. But going through her parents’ belongings brought back the strong bond she’d had with them both before dementia came along.

Pride in Care: Promoting inclusivity and understanding

Helping care providers to better support older LGBT+ people.

28 November 2019

Evicted from a care home: What to do if a person with dementia is asked to leave

The things you need to consider when a care home asks a resident who has dementia to find somewhere else to live.

28 November 2019

‘Care homes aren’t for everyone, but it worked for us’: Finding comfort for Dad in his final years

Lyn’s dad, Ben, spent much of his life as an Engineer in the Royal Air Force. After he was diagnosed with dementia, Ben moved to a Royal British Legion Poppy Home for retired servicemen and servicewomen, where Lyn says her dad found safety and happiness.

26 November 2019

A new approach to collaborative research with care homes in Worcester

Research project: The Care-Home Action Researcher-in-residence Model (CHARM)

Can embedding a researcher in care homes help to improve care?

Research project: The Lincolnshire Care Collaboration Initiative.

Dementia is 'the cruel monster that waited in the shadows' of my grandfather

15 year old Mia Dale based her GCSE creative writing piece on her grandfather, Derek Curley. He passed away from Alzheimer's disease recently, aged 88, having lived with dementia for five years. We are pleased to share Mia's piece here unedited.

09 October 2019

Tony's story: 'We were determined dementia wouldn't drown out the music'

In retirement Tony has enjoyed success as a poet and writer. Since his wife Sheila was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2017, his focus has turned to raising awareness of dementia. His poem, ‘Farewell Tour’, celebrates the life-enhancing power of music.

26 September 2019

Laury’s story: ‘Mum became utterly lost in the fog of her own mind’

Jacquelyn was 57 when she was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. Here, her daughter Laury describes the dementia journey in detail – from spotting the early signs, to the final stages – and shares what she’s learned from it.

20 September 2019

Barbara's story: 'As dementia took hold, my father would have good days and bad'

Barbara cared for her father, who had dementia, and experienced the challenges and stigma it can bring. Becoming a Dementia Friend was an eye-opening experience for her. Barbara was able to deal with years of guilt after learning more about the condition at the Session.

19 September 2019

Gail's story: 'I designed an easy-to-wear blouse to give my mum some dignity'

Gail's 92 year old mum Sadie May experienced pain and discomfort when getting dressed each day. To help solve this problem, Gail made a blouse that would make dressing much easier, while maintaining her mother's modesty.

11 September 2019

Union warns of ‘disastrous’ black hole in social care staffing – Alzheimer’s Society comment

The social care sector in England has a "disastrous" staffing black hole, with more than 75,000 vacant roles, new research suggests

Music sessions in dementia care: ‘It sparks memories of first loves, favourite holidays, friends and family’

Music therapy can help to manage and reduce agitation, isolation, depression and anxiety in people with dementia. Learn more about how music therapy can support a better quality of life for people living with the condition.

03 September 2019