Going out to galleries, museums and exhibitions with a person with dementia
Trips out to museums, galleries and other exhibitions can be a good way to give a person with dementia a sense of purpose and stimulation
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What is dementia?
Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a range of progressive neurological disorders, that is, conditions affecting the brain. Read our information leaflet
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Find out more about the different types of dementia and the symptoms
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If you are concerned about your own memory, or you are worried about changes you have noticed with memory, communication, personality or behaviour of someone close to you, it is important to consult a GP as soon as possible, so that an accurate diagnosis is made
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Whether you want to run, trek, cycle, bake or do your own thing to raise funds for us, your support will help us provide more Admiral Nurses, so families facing dementia get the help they need
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By leaving a gift in your Will, you can help ensure that a specialist Admiral Nurse will be there to support families living with dementia
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