Information BSL factsheets Learn about the different types of dementia from our British Sign Language (BSL) videos, produced by British Deaf Association (BDA) Scotland and funded by Life Changes Trust and the Big Lottery Fund.
Real stories Meg’s story (part three): ‘My husband’s life is in strangers’ hands’ In the third and final part of her story, Meg Wilkes explains the impact of her husband Keith’s move into residential care, following his diagnosis of dementia with Lewy bodies. 14 June 2018 2
Research Using ultra-high resolutions MRI scans to understand more about Dementia with Lewy bodies Research project: Using ultra-high resolution magnetic resonance imaging to examine structure, iron deposition and neurochemistry in Dementia with Lewy bodies.
Real stories Meg’s story (part two): ‘I realised in many ways I was now on my own’ Adjusting to life after diagnosis is challenging for people living with dementia and their carers. Meg Wilkes explains the impact of her husband's diagnosis of dementia with Lewy bodies in this personal story. 11 June 2018 10
Real stories Meg’s story (part one): ‘My heart aches to see him like this’ Meg Wilkes' husband Keith sadly died after 14 years living with dementia with Lewy bodies. Read how the condition transformed their lives together. 08 June 2018 6
Information 5 dementia-related blogs to follow From the April/May 2018 issue of Dementia together magazine, we highlight five great blogs from the online dementia movement.
Advice Dementia with Lewy bodies - more resources Get details of organisations that can provide information and support for dementia with lewy bodies.
Advice Treatment and support for dementia with Lewy bodies Read about the range of treatments and support available for someone who has been diagnosed with dementia with Lewy bodies.
Advice What causes young-onset dementia? The causes of young-onset dementia are different from that in older people. The young-onset of some of the most common types of dementia are described on this page.
Advice Symptoms of dementia with Lewy bodies This page outline the most common symptoms of dementia with Lewy bodies, many of which are unique to this type of dementia.
Advice Diagnosis of dementia with Lewy bodies It's always important to get dementia diagnosed, but knowing the type of dementia is particularly important if dementia with Lewy bodies is suspected. Find out who is most likely to be affected and how you can get a diagnosis.
Advice The progression of dementia with Lewy bodies This page explains how dementia with Lewy bodies progresses from the early stages onwards.
