Shree is a caregiver to her grandmother, Sharda, who has vascular dementia. Whilst being a carer at any age brings challenges, Shree shares her story of how she balances life and navigates the world of caring at the age of 26.

Stan, a huge cricket fan, was diagnosed with vascular dementia in July 2020, which has had a huge impact on him and his family. Stan shares some of his favourite cricket moments and how his love for the sport has been passed through generations.

When John was diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer’s disease, it was a huge shock to him and his family. He received little support after the news was delivered and is now campaigning to improve the diagnosis experience.

When Anne's husband, Armen was signed off work by his GP, they believed it was due to work-related stress. It was another four years before Armen was finally referred to a Memory Clinic and received his dementia diagnosis, thanks to the persistence of his family, who now care for him.

After the passing of her nan, Eileen, Mandy reflects on the lack of professional support her family received following Eileen's diagnosis. Mandy explains why her experiences have made her more determined to raise awareness of dementia, and why she's taking part in Memory Walk.

Popular baker and cookbook author, Julie Jones, is aiming to take on six Trek26 events. Here, she shares the reason for taking on the treks and what crossing that finish line every year means to her.

Stephen's mum, Sheila, had a loving connection with her family that went beyond words. Even in the later stages of her dementia, Stephen continued to experience special moments with his mum when words were missing. This 'magical bond' was the foundation for his song, Still Just You.

Previously worried about becoming detached from others, Kath Sutherland is now thriving after stepping into new surroundings. 

Samia Egeh in Cardiff is frustrated at a lack of culturally appropriate services for her father, who has vascular dementia.

Health and care services in Northamptonshire are working in new partnerships so that people affected by dementia can get the right help at the right time.