With the NHS having celebrated its 70th birthday this year, our very own Admiral Nurse, Hannah Gardner, was recognised as playing an instrumental role within ...
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Dementia UK joins forces with Alzheimer’s charities to call on health secretary for better dementia care
Chief Admiral Nurse Dr Hilda Hayo has joined forces with the Chief Executive of Alzheimer’s Research UK and the Director of Policy for Alzheimer’s Scotland ...
Read moreNew partnership on Helpline for Lewy body dementia
We are proud to be launching a new partnership with The Lewy Body Society this week, to offer expert advice and information on Lewy body dementia through our ...
Read moreWalking With Your Head Held High For Dementia UK
Our very own Community Fundraising Assistant, Lauren, will be taking on the 25km South Coast Challenge this year, along with a team of her close friends and ...
Read moreA Dementia UK team effort at the Great North Run
A Dementia UK team effort at the Great North Run We spoke to our Service Evaluator, Lucy Crystal, and Admiral Nurse, Brian Walton, about their participation in ...
Read moreDementia care needs urgent overhaul
Dr. Hilda Hayo, our CEO and Chief Admiral Nurse recently spoke to Express.co.uk for an exclusive interview on why dementia care needs an urgent overhaul. The ...
Read moreDoubling the Distance!
This is my second year of fundraising for Dementia UK and I’m filled with anticipation as I’ll be tackling the RideLondon-Surrey 100 later on in the year! ...
Read moreOur Helpline has been shortlisted for a prestigious Award
The Admiral Nurse Dementia Helpline has been shortlisted for a ‘Commitment to Carers Award’ at the RCNi Nurse Awards, due to take place on July 4th. The ...
Read moreKeeping a person with dementia safe during hot weather
With the UK currently experiencing a mini heatwave, people are flocking outside to get their dose of vitamin D. However hot temperatures can cause health ...
Read moreDementia UK Volunteer Ambassador honoured as Unsung Hero
Our Volunteer Ambassador, Sheila Wainwright, honoured for her work in raising awareness of dementia in Wakefield and beyond. We are delighted to announce that ...
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