Communication | Alzheimer's Society

‘I thought my dementia was menopause.’ – Marie’s story

When primary school teacher Marie had trouble remembering words, she thought her memory loss was due to menopause. She didn’t think that at 51 she would be diagnosed with dementia. Now Marie and her family want to help raise awareness.

Tried and tested: Mobile and landline phones for people with dementia

We hear how people with dementia and their families got along trying out three specially designed phones at home.

30 September 2020

Stephanie’s story: ‘I climbed into Dad’s world with him. It helped bring us closer together.’

Stephanie shares how talking – about medical care, memories and wishes for the future – brought her closer to her dad Ted after his dementia diagnosis.

18 September 2020

Should a person with dementia wear a face mask for coronavirus?

Due to coronavirus, many of us now wear face masks or coverings while out shopping or on public transport. Some people with dementia may not like wearing a face covering, or understand why they should wear one. Read our advice on how to help and who may be exempt from wearing a mask.

14 September 2020

Tracy's story: ‘Mum’s expressive and receptive language was slipping gradually’

Tracy, a speech language therapist, tells us about her mum's journey through the stages of dementia and the difficulties dementia causes with language and communication.

When is it okay to lie to somebody with dementia?

Tim Beanland, Head of Knowledge Management at Alzheimer's Society, discusses the difficult choices and situations around lying to a person with dementia to protect their feelings.

05 December 2019

Gift ideas: People affected by dementia try out our present list

Three groups in Bristol came together and let us know what they think about a selection of gift ideas.

28 November 2019

Supporting deaf carers of people with dementia

Research project: Dem - Deaf Carers. Developing a new model of carer support accessible for deaf people.

Khalid's story: 'I want to break the cultural taboo of dementia'

Khalid is from a British Pakistani family in Leeds that helped to care for his grandfather, who had Alzheimer’s disease. Now, Khalid is raising awareness about the condition and tackling the cultural stigma of dementia.

18 September 2019

Losing your English: ‘Reverting’ to your mother tongue as dementia progresses

Dementia can affect how well a bilingual person can communicate in their second language. Read our advice for a reader whose father is losing his English language.

Colli eich Saesneg: ‘Dychwelyd’ at eich mamiaith wrth i ddementia waethygu’n raddol

Pan mae dementia yn effeithio ar allu person dwyieithog i gyfathrebu yn ei ail iaith.

Your questions answered by people affected by dementia

This Dementia Action Week we invited people affected by dementia to takeover our social media and answer your questions. The theme was #AskUsAnything and this is what they had to say.

How to talk to somebody living with dementia

Conversation can be harder for people living with dementia, and how we communicate is a vital part of living well. If you’re not sure of what to say or how to say it, read our tips for healthy communication.