New data has shown dementia is the most common pre-existing condition found among deaths involving COVID-19. Risks for people living with dementia are greater than ever and Alzheimer's Society won't stop until people living with dementia are better protected.
Janice is currently living with her 85-year-old dad, Reverend Arthur Parker, who has vascular dementia. During the coronavirus lockdown, they have been walking around the garden and reciting prayers. Now they are raising money for Alzheimer's Society to support other people affected by dementia.
Janice is currently living with her 85-year-old dad, Reverend Arthur Parker, who has vascular dementia. During the coronavirus lockdown, they have been walking around the garden and reciting prayers. Now they are raising money for Alzheimer's Society to support other people affected by dementia.
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With local government considering whether to relax certain responsibilities during the pandemic, we've made recommendations on how to appropriately adopt Care Act easements on behalf of people affected by dementia.
There are many carers living with a person with dementia who are having a difficult time during the coronavirus pandemic. To help you, Alzheimer’s Society has put together five tips to benefit your wellbeing.
There are many carers living with a person with dementia who are having a difficult time during the coronavirus pandemic. To help you, Alzheimer’s Society has put together five tips to benefit your wellbeing.
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19-year-old Maisie is a student currently living alone with her nan, Terry, who has Alzheimer's disease. Being a young carer at any time brings challenges, but coronavirus makes daily life harder for Maisie, as she starts to feel more and more lonely.
19-year-old Maisie is a student currently living alone with her nan, Terry, who has Alzheimer's disease. Being a young carer at any time brings challenges, but coronavirus makes daily life harder for Maisie, as she starts to feel more and more lonely.
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Alex’s dad, Dave, was diagnosed with early onset dementia eight years ago at the age of 60. Alex reflects on how her dad came to terms with his diagnosis, and how the coronavirus pandemic has affected their relationship.
Alex’s dad, Dave, was diagnosed with early onset dementia eight years ago at the age of 60. Alex reflects on how her dad came to terms with his diagnosis, and how the coronavirus pandemic has affected their relationship.
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The worldwide impact of coronavirus has been devastating. Lessons must be learned, and the vulnerability of people living in residential care homes needs to be recognised by Government.
Along with Marie Curie, Age UK, Care England and Independent Age, we are calling for the Government to publish a comprehensive plan to support social care through the coronavirus pandemic.
Tracey, a retired nurse, was diagnosed with early-onset dementia and posterior cortical atrophy (PCA) when she was in her mid-forties. Despite the challenges coronavirus has brought, Tracey is determined to keep her mind and her body active with a variety of activities and hobbies.
Tracey, a retired nurse, was diagnosed with early-onset dementia and posterior cortical atrophy (PCA) when she was in her mid-forties. Despite the challenges coronavirus has brought, Tracey is determined to keep her mind and her body active with a variety of activities and hobbies.
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The COVID-19 pandemic brings immense demands on the NHS. Many families affected by dementia are concerned about what hospital critical care guidelines during the pandemic mean for them and their loved ones.
While coronavirus will undoubtedly have an impact on everyone in the country, it poses an increased risk to people living with dementia, and we are calling on the Government to prioritise their welfare.
Coronavirus could pose a significant risk for people living with dementia in the UK – the Government must prioritise their welfare in the coming weeks. Find out more from Sally Copley, Director of Policy, Campaigns and Partnerships at Alzheimer’s Society.
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