Personal stories

Jolyon's story of the emotional and practical challenges of supporting his sister with young onset Alzheimer's from a distance.

Johnty’s best friend Jude was diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer’s disease in 2021, at the age of 57. Here he...

Hannah’s husband Neil was diagnosed with young onset dementia at the age of 51. She shares how the whole family...

Dementia UK Trustee Steve cared for his best friend Jim for eight years after Jim was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.

Richard shares his thoughts on dementia care following his wife's diagnosis of young onset Alzheimer’s disease.

Rachel shares how caring for her mum, who has young onset dementia, has impacted her life.

Diana shares her story of husband Eugene's diagnosis of young onset dementia, and the cultural barriers they faced.

Emma, whose dad Alan was diagnosed with dementia, talks about the importance of spending time together as a family.

Lorelei King, one of our ambassadors, talks about support for the charity and her experiences of dementia.

Maeve shares how she experienced symptoms of both young onset Alzheimer's disease and the menopause, and the importance of getting...