Personal stories

Jane shares her experience of attending a Nationwide dementia clinic and the lasting positive impact it has had on her...

As a palliative care nurse, Jenny reflects on the importance of empathy during end of life care and how her...

Admiral Nurse Lindsay White on why she is running the Brighton Marathon to raise funds for Dementia UK.

Emma tells the story of the London to Brighton challenge she took on with her friend Anna.

Volunteer Ambassador Val Wilson explains why she got involved with Dementia UK and what it means to her.

Admiral Nurse Suzanne Wightman on the experience of holding a Time for a Cuppa event.

Kevin explains why he and his husband have decided to leave a gift to Dementia UK in their Will.

Karen explains why her and her sister and mum decided to leave a gift in their Wills to Dementia UK.

Tracy's husband Steve has Lewy body dementia, Tracy talks about support they've received from Admiral Nurse Liz.

Rob's shares his story of partner Jayne, who experienced behavioural changes after a car accident and was diagnosed with dementia...

Penny speaks about her relationship with mum Rosemary, who has mixed dementia, and how the Admiral Nurse Dementia Helpline has...

Paul's story shares the difficulties with mental health that many people experience after a loved one has been diagnosed with...