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Lives on Hold
Lives on Hold, an awareness campaign which we launched in 2020, shows how life for carers of people living with dementia is similar to living in lockdown for many months, and often years. As life begins to get back to a new kind of normal for most people, families living with dementia will see little change.
We know there are many thousands of families living with dementia who are unaware of the advice and support we can offer them through our Helpline and advice leaflets and videos.
We want to ensure that they are able to access the vital support that our dementia specialist Admiral Nurses provide.
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John and Linda's story
Before the pandemic there were many organisations that would coordinate respite care. Now there is no such thing as a break
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Hannah and Neil's story
I miss being able to go to work, and I miss being able to go out in the evening without having to worry about things. I miss my husband
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Beryl and Jim's story
This lockdown has been very upsetting for both of us. Jim doesn’t understand what it is all about no matter how many times I try and explain it to him
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Lives on Hold - behind the scenes
Communications Manager Natalie Tomlinson, tells the behind-the-scenes story of our new campaign, Lives on Hold
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Get support
Do you have a question or concern about dementia – including Alzheimer’s? Our Admiral Nurses are here to support you with advice, one-to-one support, and practical information
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Support us
If you are in a position to do so, please also consider making a donation to help us be there for every family that needs us, now and in the future
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