James is a young artist with autism who helps to care for his grandmother, Joan. She moved in with James and his mum when the first coronavirus lockdown made Joan isolated and confused. Now Joan, who has vascular dementia, and James are regularly enjoying artistic activities together and both benefit from them.
James is a young artist with autism who helps to care for his grandmother, Joan. She moved in with James and his mum when the first coronavirus lockdown made Joan isolated and confused. Now Joan, who has vascular dementia, and James are regularly enjoying artistic activities together and both benefit from them.
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Throughout her life, Megan has been impacted by dementia – with each of her four grandmothers being affected by dementia at some point in their lives. Megan discusses what it’s like to have multiple family members with dementia, and what this has taught her about the condition.
Throughout her life, Megan has been impacted by dementia – with each of her four grandmothers being affected by dementia at some point in their lives. Megan discusses what it’s like to have multiple family members with dementia, and what this has taught her about the condition.
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Pete’s wife, Di, began to show early signs of dementia in 2005, but it would be several years before she was diagnosed with the condition. Pete shares Di's dementia diagnosis story, including the symptoms and changes in her behaviour that occurred in the years following.
Pete’s wife, Di, began to show early signs of dementia in 2005, but it would be several years before she was diagnosed with the condition. Pete shares Di's dementia diagnosis story, including the symptoms and changes in her behaviour that occurred in the years following.
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Lucas has been affected by dementia throughout his life, having multiple family members who lived with the condition. Dementia doesn't mean the end of a family relationship, says 18-year-old Lucas, who urges us to treasure moments with those we love.
Lucas has been affected by dementia throughout his life, having multiple family members who lived with the condition. Dementia doesn't mean the end of a family relationship, says 18-year-old Lucas, who urges us to treasure moments with those we love.
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As Alzheimer’s Society is confirmed as The FA’s official charity partner, Tommy Dunne, who lives with dementia, tells his story. From helping him through the shock of diagnosis to bringing him into a community, Tommy shares how the power of football can make a difference to those affected by dementia.
As Alzheimer’s Society is confirmed as The FA’s official charity partner, Tommy Dunne, who lives with dementia, tells his story. From helping him through the shock of diagnosis to bringing him into a community, Tommy shares how the power of football can make a difference to those affected by dementia.
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An Alzheimer’s diagnosis has meant a change of attitude and outlook for Mary Best, and she’s embracing new opportunities.
An Alzheimer’s diagnosis has meant a change of attitude and outlook for Mary Best, and she’s embracing new opportunities.
Pranab Das, who’s been trying to navigate the challenges of dementia care since his wife’s diagnosis, says he’ll never stop showing his love.
Pranab Das, who’s been trying to navigate the challenges of dementia care since his wife’s diagnosis, says he’ll never stop showing his love.
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Conversations about end of life care for a person with dementia can be difficult, but people living with the condition have been encouraging dialogue.
Conversations about end of life care for a person with dementia can be difficult, but people living with the condition have been encouraging dialogue.
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Disturbed nights can be hugely challenging for people affected by dementia, but a sleep study is aiming to improve quality of life.
Disturbed nights can be hugely challenging for people affected by dementia, but a sleep study is aiming to improve quality of life.
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Edward Bushnell in Oxfordshire, who is 62 and has posterior cortical atrophy, says he has ‘no alternative’ but to be positive. He explains how he manages his symptoms.
Edward Bushnell in Oxfordshire, who is 62 and has posterior cortical atrophy, says he has ‘no alternative’ but to be positive. He explains how he manages his symptoms.
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Liz Brown, a 75-year-old in Worcestershire with vascular dementia, answers our questions.
Liz Brown, a 75-year-old in Worcestershire with vascular dementia, answers our questions.
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Karen Beattie in Abergele, north Wales, explains why she and her husband Rob are leaving a gift to the Society in their wills.
Karen Beattie in Abergele, north Wales, explains why she and her husband Rob are leaving a gift to the Society in their wills.
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