Real stories Don Shanks’ story: Running for Stan When football legend Stan Bowles was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, his long-time friend and former QPR team mate Don Shanks knew he had to do something. 09 November 2018 0
Real stories Enomwoyi’s story: ‘One hundred times, that’s how often Ma asks the same thing’ For Enomwoyi Damali, living with her mother who has dementia has taken some adjusting to. Here, she explains how looking for the lighter side of Alzheimer’s has been a helpful coping mechanism. 06 November 2018 7
Real stories Write about your experience of dementia for our blog Writing and sharing a story about how you or a loved one has been affected by dementia can offer some relief for both writer and reader.
Real stories Lucy’s story: ‘Since Dad was diagnosed I have felt pretty much every emotion going’ After her dad received a diagnosis of mixed dementia, Lucy Parkes has felt a confusing range of emotions. Read how she’s learning to accept their ever-changing relationship. 24 October 2018 1
Real stories Right to Know: Nick and June's story Our Right to Know campaign highlights the importance of receiving essential support and services during dementia diagnosis. Watch Nick and June's emotional story.
Real stories Bev's story: 'Mum missed her medication and was left in dirty clothes' The home care system failed Bev and her mum, Marge. Here she shares her experiences and calls for the Government to Fix Dementia Care.
Real stories Charlotte's story: 'Gran could have stayed at home longer if things had been different' Charlotte describes the poor homecare her gran, Jane, received. Find out why it's so important the Government Fix Dementia Care now.
Real stories Linda's story: 'No one should go through what my dad did' The homecare system failed Linda’s dad, Ken, who was living with dementia. Watch her story and find out why we need to Fix Dementia Care.
Real stories Tina's story: 'To anyone thinking of doing a challenge, I say go for it' After Tina’s mother Dilys was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, she made it her mission to raise money for Alzheimer’s Society. 12 October 2018 1
Real stories Sir Tony Robinson: 'Don't let dementia decide your family's future...' Find out why Sir Tony Robinson has chosen to leave a gift to Alzheimer's Society in his Will.
Real stories Lorraine's story: 'Why I'm leaving a gift in my Will' Lorraine Brown was diagnosed with dementia at the age of just 61. Now she's fighting back. Lorraine is helping to find a cure by leaving a gift in her Will.
Real stories Enhanced care: A specialist hospital ward for people who have dementia From the October/November 2018 issue of Dementia together magazine, we report on a ward in Southampton with a specialist approach to dementia.
