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“I write poetry to express my feelings and honour Dad”
Serena shares how writing poetry has helped her to process her feelings since her dad’s dementia diagnosis. She now shares...
Personal stories
Read personal stories from people living with a diagnosis, their family members and friends – as well as our dementia specialist Admiral Nurses.
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“I’m still adjusting to life as a young carer” – George’s story
George shares his experience of being thrust into the role of a young carer, and the emotional journey that has...
Val’s story
Volunteer Ambassador Val Wilson explains why she got involved with Dementia UK and what it means to her.
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’s story
Colin explains how a Remembrance page helps him keep the memory of his wife Gladys alive.
Suzanne’s story
Admiral Nurse Suzanne Wightman on the experience of holding a Time for a Cuppa event.
Kevin’s story
Kevin explains why he and his husband have decided to leave a gift to Dementia UK in their Will.
Karen’s story
Karen explains why her and her sister and mum decided to leave a gift in their Wills to Dementia UK.
Manny’s story
Volunteer Ambassador Manny Kang explains why he took up volunteering for Dementia UK.
Brenda’s story
Volunteer Ambassador Brenda Foulds explains why she began volunteering for Dementia UK.
Tracy’s story
Tracy's husband Steve has Lewy body dementia, Tracy talks about support they've received from Admiral Nurse Liz.
Susan’s story
Volunteer Ambassador Susan Ogden cared for her husband Peter, who had Alzheimer’s disease, until he sadly died on New Year’s...
Rob’s story
Rob's shares his story of partner Jayne, who experienced behavioural changes after a car accident and was diagnosed with dementia...
The system failed to support my family with dementia
Julie writes about how her Admiral Nurse Rachel helped her understand the complexities of the health and social system – and...