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‘It has been very lonely for me’ – A carer’s experience of coronavirus lockdown

For Susanne and her husband David, who lives with mixed dementia, coronavirus has brought a stop to their busy routine. This has been hard on them both, and Susanne says the Government must not ignore people affected by dementia if lockdown measures return.

03 Jul 2020

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Real stories

Kept away from care homes during coronavirus: ‘I am losing some of the “good days” left to us.’

Tony's wife, Sheila, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2017 and currently lives in a care home. Following their enforced separation because of coronavirus, Tony shares how the lockdown has affected them, and a new poem.

18 June 2020

Information

Impact of isolation: Worries about a person with dementia during lockdown

Advice for supporting a relative with dementia who is isolated at home due to coronavirus.

01 June 2020

Advice

Looking after your mental health during coronavirus

Almost everyone has faced increased anxiety or stress during the coronavirus pandemic. Many have felt low or lonely – if this is you, then you’re not alone.

Real stories

Life during lockdown: 'The old nanny I knew comes out every so often!'

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.

29 April 2020

News

Alzheimer’s Society funded study reveals a third of people with dementia and two thirds of carers feel lonely

Alzheimer’s Society predicts rise in high rates of loneliness due to coronavirus pandemic as it asks for support for Emergency Appeal

Advice

Dealing with loneliness: Your questions answered by a dementia expert

Living with dementia, or caring for somebody who is, can cause feelings of isolation and loneliness. Read some highlights from our Q&A, in which our dementia experts give advice on what to do if you’re feeling lonely.

22 November 2019

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It’s not just you: Getting the support you need on Dementia Talking Point

Dementia Talking Point, our online community, helps many people to feel less alone and more understood.

31 July 2019

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.

Advice

Animal companions: can caring for a pet help a person with dementia?

Pets can give people with dementia feelings of unconditional love. But getting a new pet isn’t a decision to be made lightly. Here we share 6 things to consider before seeking a pet for someone with dementia, and some personal experiences shared by members of our online community.

16 May 2019

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Real stories

Roger's story: 'Guilt eats away from the inside, whereas grief will slowly heal.'

By taking each letter of the word 'dementia', Roger describes some raw and honest emotions that have affected him and his wife, Thelly, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2014.

13 March 2019

Advice

Staying connected to the people important to you

It's important to stay in touch with the people who matter to you. They can help you cope with your dementia, make you feel valued, and support you to keep doing the things you enjoy. These tips will help you to stay in touch.

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‘It has been very lonely for me’ – A carer’s experience of coronavirus lockdown

Kept away from care homes during coronavirus: ‘I am losing some of the “good days” left to us.’

Impact of isolation: Worries about a person with dementia during lockdown

Looking after your mental health during coronavirus

Life during lockdown: 'The old nanny I knew comes out every so often!'

Alzheimer’s Society funded study reveals a third of people with dementia and two thirds of carers feel lonely

Dealing with loneliness: Your questions answered by a dementia expert

It’s not just you: Getting the support you need on Dementia Talking Point

A digital guide to support people with dementia to be part of the community

Animal companions: can caring for a pet help a person with dementia?

Gwirfoddoli gyda Side by Side

Roger's story: 'Guilt eats away from the inside, whereas grief will slowly heal.'

Staying connected to the people important to you