We celebrate supporting a record number of families in the first year of our Closer to Home project in partnership with Leeds Building Society...
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I live with dementia: Lorelei’s story
We took some time speaking to Lorelei King, one of our wonderful ambassadors, about her support for the charity and her experiences of dementia....
Read moreNine ways an Admiral Nurse can support you this year
We share nine ways our dementia specialist Admiral Nurses can support families affected by dementia this year....
Read moreHow BBC Two’s latest documentary ‘Dementia and Us’ captured the realities of dementia
Senior Consultant Admiral Nurse Victoria Lyons comments on the recent BBC Two documentary ‘Dementia and Us’...
Read moreYoung onset dementia carer, Steve, calls for greater age-appropriate support
We speak to Steve, who cares for his wife Julie, about what he thinks needs to change to ensure better support for younger people with dementia...
Read moreAnimals and dementia
Families talk about the amazing effect animals have on loved ones with dementia, including reducing anxiety, improving mood and encouraging communication...
Read moreLucy and her Grandma’s story
On Grandparents’ Day, Lucy shares the story of what it was like to see her grandma, Ruth, live with Alzheimer’s disease. ...
Read moreJan’s story – A tribute to my parents
Jan shares the challenges she faced when caring for her parents with dementia, and why she's leaving a gift in her Will to Dementia UK....
Read moreDementia UK and Leeds Building Society to support 2,500 families in joint Closer to Home project
We’re working with Leeds Building Society to bring the expertise of Admiral Nurses to families at a time and place that suits them...
Read moreRichard’s story
This Dementia Action Week, Richard shares his thoughts towards the dementia care system following his wife's diagnosis of young onset Alzheimer’s disease...
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