Personal stories

Helen reflects on her dementia journey and grief after husband Clive died from frontotemporal dementia in 1999.

Andy, 52, lives with young onset dementia. As part of our ‘We live with dementia’ campaign, he shares how his...

Ricky’s talks about how his Gran’s dementia diagnosis impacts his whole family and why he is supporting the ‘We live...

When her partner Andy was diagnosed with dementia at the age of 52, Christine struggled to know where to turn....

As a carer for her mum, who has vascular dementia, Clare is taking part in our ‘We live with dementia’...

Bob, who has been married to Jan for 62 years, reflects on their beautiful relationship in spite of a heartbreaking journey...

Julie Hayden was diagnosed with dementia at just 54 years old. She's since dedicated herself to advocating for people living...

Simon, who has lived in New Zealand for two decades, discusses how he cares for his dad who has Alzheimer’s...

Janet shares her experience caring for husband Ben and how they maintained the joy of Christmas after his diagnosis.

Shara reflects on her journey caring for Anna, her mother, who was diagnosed with vascular dementia in 2016. 

Richard shares his experience caring for his mother, Peggy, and why he’s chosen to leave a gift to Dementia UK...

Mahersh opens up on the struggles he and wife Nishma have faced in their attempts to secure CHC funding for...