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When Sandra’s mum’s application for NHS Continuing Healthcare was first turned down, she had to use her mum’s life savings to fund the care. The system of support for people with dementia is unfair, unsustainable and needs an urgent overhaul. But your generous donation is helping us campaign for the Government to fix dementia care.

Real stories

Betty’s Memory Walk story: ‘Alzheimer's robbed us of a very beautiful, independent soul’

Betty is taking part in Memory Walk for her younger sister, Patricia, and their late mother. Here, Betty reflects on their journey to a dementia diagnosis, and why Memory Walk is so important to her and her family.

19 August 2019

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Nimisha's story: 'The care system hasn't helped us, it has made things more distressing'

Nimisha and her family are trying to provide the best support they can for her dad, Sharad. However, their experience of the dementia care system has been a constant struggle. Here, Nimisha shares her experiences of navigating a broken system of care.

15 August 2019

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Peter's story: 'When I cycle, I push my dementia away'

Peter, who is living with dementia, leads a healthy lifestyle and takes care of his well-being. With the help of his friend, Deb, Peter has penned his thoughts about his passion for cycling.

14 August 2019

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Conversations with Cockatoos: Illustrations between a carer and a person with dementia

During visits to Birmingham's Botanical Gardens with Mum, who had memory and hearing problems, Jeremy drew the peacocks and cockatoos to share messages with her. The notepad became a record of visits, a source of humour, a therapy, and something special to share with others.

05 August 2019

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Gail's story: 'I designed an easy-to-wear blouse to give my mum some dignity'

'The memory thief became a regular visitor, taking pieces of my grandma.'

Scott Mitchell: 'Why the Fix Dementia Care campaign is so important to Barbara and me'

Music sessions in dementia care: ‘It sparks memories of first loves, favourite holidays, friends and family’

Alice’s story: ‘Grandad greeted me as the lady that came to clean for him’

Incontinence and dementia: 'It’s embarrassing. We need more awareness and more help’

Steve’s story: ‘People with dementia might forget their past, but start a song and they know every word'

Your donation is helping the fight against dementia

Betty’s Memory Walk story: ‘Alzheimer's robbed us of a very beautiful, independent soul’

Nimisha's story: 'The care system hasn't helped us, it has made things more distressing'

Peter's story: 'When I cycle, I push my dementia away'

Conversations with Cockatoos: Illustrations between a carer and a person with dementia

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