Personal stories

Bec reflects on the challenges of caring for her Mum who was living in a remote village in France.

Serena shares how writing poetry has helped her to process her feelings since her dad’s dementia diagnosis. She now shares...

George shares his experience of being thrust into the role of a young carer, and the emotional journey that has...

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

When Michaela’s grandmother, Vanda, was diagnosed with vascular dementia, she dedicated herself to creating a place where dementia wasn’t a...

When Rosie’s mum, Dawnie, was diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer’s disease, her employer ensured caring responsibilities were fully supported.

Phil highlights the difference it makes when someone living with dementia receives appropriate support in the workplace. He urges employers...

Glenn shares how flexible working arrangements and support from his managers enables him to continue working whilst prioritising his wife...

Pratibha shares her experience of caring for her late husband, Narayan Gopala, who lived with vascular dementia and died in...

Chloe and Amy share their experience of being young carers for their Mum, who was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia at...

Since being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2019, Sylvia has found a new purpose in expressing her feelings through painting.

Lizzie talks about the guilt she felt caring from a distance for her dad, Rob, who was diagnosed with frontotemporal...