Football was Stan's greatest love. Now that he has dementia, his wife Candy is inspired to help in any way she can to make football more accessible for people with dementia.
Football was Stan's greatest love. Now that he has dementia, his wife Candy is inspired to help in any way she can to make football more accessible for people with dementia.
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Chris’s father-in-law, Rodger, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016. As his condition progresses, Chris and his wife Irene have felt dementia dominating their lives. He hopes that sharing their experiences can create positive change.
Chris’s father-in-law, Rodger, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016. As his condition progresses, Chris and his wife Irene have felt dementia dominating their lives. He hopes that sharing their experiences can create positive change.
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In this story, an anonymous writer talks about her dad, who has recently been diagnosed with dementia. She shares fond memories of her dad who is 'always dancing' and talks about her struggles dealing with his diagnosis.
In this story, an anonymous writer talks about her dad, who has recently been diagnosed with dementia. She shares fond memories of her dad who is 'always dancing' and talks about her struggles dealing with his diagnosis.
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As a Consultant Occupational Therapist in the NHS, Liz knows the problems that people can face accessing dementia support. She explains why the Government must focus on the support after a dementia diagnosis, not just receiving one.
As a Consultant Occupational Therapist in the NHS, Liz knows the problems that people can face accessing dementia support. She explains why the Government must focus on the support after a dementia diagnosis, not just receiving one.
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Jo and Brenda have been a couple for over thirty years, living together in West London. Two years ago, Brenda was diagnosed with dementia but Jo spotted signs well before when Brenda wasn’t her usual self. Here, Jo shares their experiences.
Jo and Brenda have been a couple for over thirty years, living together in West London. Two years ago, Brenda was diagnosed with dementia but Jo spotted signs well before when Brenda wasn’t her usual self. Here, Jo shares their experiences.
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Hannah's Nanny, Kathy, was living independently until a series of mini strokes meant she needed extra care. Following a dementia diagnosis, Kathy is now living a happy and healthy life at her care home where her Hannah and her family can regularly stay in touch.
Hannah's Nanny, Kathy, was living independently until a series of mini strokes meant she needed extra care. Following a dementia diagnosis, Kathy is now living a happy and healthy life at her care home where her Hannah and her family can regularly stay in touch.
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Nigel Starmer-Smith enjoyed an incredible sporting career and, to his son Charlie, has always been a hero. Following many challenges as a family, including the progression of Nigel's dementia, Charlie relied on music to unpack his feelings. Now he is fundraising for Alzheimer's Society with his latest song, Tonight.
Nigel Starmer-Smith enjoyed an incredible sporting career and, to his son Charlie, has always been a hero. Following many challenges as a family, including the progression of Nigel's dementia, Charlie relied on music to unpack his feelings. Now he is fundraising for Alzheimer's Society with his latest song, Tonight.
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Shirley Williams is doing all she can to keep her mind as sharp as possible and refuses to let dementia spoil her life.
Shirley Williams is doing all she can to keep her mind as sharp as possible and refuses to let dementia spoil her life.
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Phyllis wants to help prepare others by sharing her experience of what it’s like to care for someone in the later stage of dementia.
Phyllis wants to help prepare others by sharing her experience of what it’s like to care for someone in the later stage of dementia.
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Deaf British Sign Language (BSL) users can face significant barriers to getting a timely dementia diagnosis. A service in Bristol is working with Deaf people to become more accessible.
Deaf British Sign Language (BSL) users can face significant barriers to getting a timely dementia diagnosis. A service in Bristol is working with Deaf people to become more accessible.
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A person-centred approach to food and drink provides a better quality of life for care home residents who have dementia.
A person-centred approach to food and drink provides a better quality of life for care home residents who have dementia.
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Graham Bond in Kidwelly, aged 74, shares what he’s doing to live as well as possible with mixed dementia.
Graham Bond in Kidwelly, aged 74, shares what he’s doing to live as well as possible with mixed dementia.
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