Real stories Suzanne's story: 'We've had to sell mum and dad's house rapidly, having been turned down for a loan' Suzanne knew that selling her mum’s house to pay care home fees was always going to be sad. But going through her parents’ belongings brought back the strong bond she’d had with them both before dementia came along. 20 January 2020 6
Real stories Georgina's poem dedicated to her Grandad: 'The Red Robin' Georgina, 21, has written a poem inspired by her Grandad Brian, who sadly died of dementia. It's about his favourite bird, a robin. Whenever she sees one now she smiles and thinks of him. 15 January 2020 37
Real stories Sylvia's story: 'Early diagnosis is part of the reason why I am able to have such a rich and full life' Sylvia cared for her husband, Doug, who had dementia, for 13 years. She was with him at every stage including the moment he passed away. Now, she has been living with dementia for 10 years. She contrasts those experiences, and explains why she is such a passionate advocate of people going to their doctor to check out their memory. 07 January 2020 7
Real stories Jonathan Miller's work with Alzheimer's Society Jonathan Miller was President of Alzheimer's Society from 1984 until the early 2000s, when he retired to become President Emeritus. During that time he helped make great strides in raising awareness of dementia. Former Alzheimer's Society Chair Nori Graham remembers his time fighting for people affected by dementia. 18 December 2019 0
Real stories ‘I just needed to know’ – Doctors told me I will develop dementia, now I’m doing everything to help fund a cure At 35, Hannah Mackay was told that she carries a rare gene which means she will go on to develop a form of Frontotemporal dementia. She explains why, for her, it was better to know, and how she’s now determined to raise funds for dementia research. 13 December 2019 0
Real stories Jim's story: 'I made figurines of family members to help Joan with her memory' Jim Pearson from Swinton in Manchester was married to his wife Joan for over 60 years. He cared for her at home for eight years while she was living with dementia. During that period, he came up with a way that would enhance their precious time together. 10 December 2019 22
Real stories The best of today: Accepting who I am Celine Quinn faces up to dementia with the support of her faith, family and Alzheimer’s Society. 28 November 2019 3
Real stories Rise above: A former carer now helping others Versha Patel knows what it’s like to face criticism, stigma and a lack of understanding about dementia. 28 November 2019 5
Real stories Always involved: Making dementia research the best it can be People affected by dementia are supporting a major long-term study. 28 November 2019 0
Real stories Pride in Care: Promoting inclusivity and understanding Helping care providers to better support older LGBT+ people. 28 November 2019 0
Real stories Someone on my side: Dementia Connect A woman with dementia in south Wales tells us how our Dementia Connect service is making a huge difference to her. 28 November 2019 0
Real stories Q&A: John Udraufski John Udraufski, a 68-year old man in Bridgend who has Alzheimer’s, answers our questions. 28 November 2019 0
