Information Book group: What I Wish People Knew About Dementia, by Wendy Mitchell We read this second book from Wendy Mitchell, who was diagnosed with young-onset dementia aged 58. 31 March 2022 0
Real stories People with young-onset dementia find out just how much they can do on regular leisure centre visits A partnership in Essex helps people who have young-onset dementia to stay active and involved. 31 January 2022 0
Information Young-onset dementia: Understanding your diagnosis Our booklet explains the treatments, support and services that are available to people diagnosed with young-onset dementia. Download your copy or order a printed version in the post. Read more
Information Book group: A Tattoo on my Brain, by Daniel Gibbs We read a book by US neurologist Daniel Gibbs, who was diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer’s after years of supporting people with dementia. 30 November 2021 0
Real stories Husband’s young-onset Alzheimer’s diagnosis made me passionate about educating others Tracey Seymour, whose husband was diagnosed in his mid-50s, wants to challenge the perception that dementia only affects older people. 30 September 2021 4
Real stories Q&A: Gerard Doran, who lives with young-onset Alzheimer’s Gerard Doran, a 62-year-old in County Armagh with young-onset Alzheimer’s, answers our questions. 30 September 2021 0
Real stories ‘I want to raise awareness of dementia and LGBTQ+ issues’ says Chris Maddocks Chris Maddocks is very active in the dementia community. During Pride Month, Chris talks about the challenges specific to her sexuality, as well as the experiences of other LGBTQ+ people affected by dementia. 25 June 2021 5
Advice Easy Read dementia factsheets Our Easy Read factsheets about dementia are written for people with learning disabilities. Read more
Real stories Q&A: Gail Gregory, who lives with young-onset Alzheimer’s disease Gail Gregory, a 56-year-old in Lancashire with young-onset Alzheimer’s disease, answers our questions. 01 June 2021 0
Information Book group: Four Umbrellas, by June Hutton and Tony Wanless We read a moving ‘insider’s account’ of young-onset dementia by a writing couple in Canada. 01 June 2021 0
Real stories The best of things: Still finding purpose when you’re living with dementia After dementia forced him into early retirement, Pete Middleton has found fresh opportunities through Alzheimer’s Society. 31 March 2021 3
Real stories 'Dad's hallucinations got worse and worse' - Jess and her dad's young-onset dementia diagnosis Jess and her brothers began to notice worrying changes in their dad's behaviour, such as hallucinations, while he was living alone. Following a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, the siblings set out looking for the right care home for their father. 28 January 2021 20
