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Personal stories

Read personal stories from people living with a diagnosis, their family members and friends – as well as our dementia specialist Admiral Nurses.

Nicky

Nicky’s story

Nicky on his experience raising over £4000 for Dementia UK by taking part the Great Manchester Run.

Urmila Prabhat with her grandaughter

Urmila’s story

Volunteer Ambassador Urmila Prabhat talks about her Time for a Cuppa tea party, which incorporated delicious her Indian recipes. 

Caralin and friends at her Tennis-a-thon for Dementia UK

Caraline’s story

Caraline organised a Tennis-a-thon challenge at her local country club where they played continuously for 12 hours and raised £2,500.

Colin and Gladys

Colin’s story

Colin explains how a Remembrance page helps him keep the memory of his wife Gladys alive.