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Real stories What I have learnt from having multiple relatives with dementia Throughout her life, Megan has been impacted by dementia – with each of her four grandmothers being affected by dementia at some point in their lives. Megan discusses what it’s like to have multiple family members with dementia, and what this has taught her about the condition. 03 September 2021 1
Real stories Creating meaningful moments: a teenager’s perspective on dementia Lucas has been affected by dementia throughout his life, having multiple family members who lived with the condition. Dementia doesn't mean the end of a family relationship, says 18-year-old Lucas, who urges us to treasure moments with those we love. 19 August 2021 0
Real stories Despite the challenges of mixed dementia, this couple’s constant is their mutual warmth Pranab Das, who’s been trying to navigate the challenges of dementia care since his wife’s diagnosis, says he’ll never stop showing his love. 30 July 2021 11
Information Book group: Dementia Essentials, by Jan Hall Our readers discuss Jan Hall’s ‘Dementia Essentials’, which is based on Jan’s personal experiences as a carer. The book is a guide for people supporting a relative or friend who has dementia. 30 July 2021 0
Real stories ‘He will always be her husband, and my Grandad’: Tom’s dementia story Tom’s grandad, John, has Alzheimer's. Despite the ups and downs of the past few years, Tom reflects on the special bond he shares with Grandad, drawing on the life John has built with his wife, Ellen, Tom’s Nana. 13 July 2021 9
Information Supernova's director Harry Macqueen on the film's touching depiction of dementia Supernova is a heartfelt modern love story from writer and director Harry Macqueen. In this romantic drama, actors Colin Firth and Stanley Tucci portray a couple dealing with the young-onset diagnosis of Posterior Cortical Atrophy (PCA). 09 July 2021 1
Real stories 'Some of my most treasured moments have been after her dementia diagnosis' - Carly's story Carly Burne’s mother, Rose-Marie was diagnosed with Frontotemporal dementia in 2017. Despite the challenges of the past four years, Carly reflects on the positives – from finding the perfect care home for her mam, to strengthening their relationship. 08 July 2021 6
Real stories A dementia poem for my dad – ‘Travel in your chair’ Mandy has not been able to see her dad, who is living with Alzheimer's disease, as much as she'd like during the pandemic. After recently sharing a 'golden afternoon' together looking at old photos, she pays tribute to him with her poem, ‘Travel in your chair’. 18 June 2021 8
Information Time for dementia programme Time for Dementia is an exciting, innovative, award-winning educational programme designed to create a new generation of healthcare professionals who are more aware and understanding of dementia.
Real stories Family values: 'Mam's carers have been a surrogate family to her during coronavirus' Annamaria's mother, Liliana, who has dementia, is cherished by her family. When they made the difficult decision of moving Liliana to a care home, they were relieved to find somewhere that would show her the same love and affection of her own family. 09 June 2021 0
Real stories ‘It was clear Mum’s dementia was accelerating rapidly’ – dementia during coronavirus Phoebe's mum, Anita, moved into a care home during the pandemic as her dementia symptoms quickly got worse. While still waiting for a formal diagnosis, Phoebe tells the story of their difficult year apart and an emotional reunion. 08 June 2021 9
Research Understanding how people from minority ethnic backgrounds can access better support Research project: Using the self-regulatory model to explore cultural understandings of dementia and inform a culturally sensitive intervention
