As with anything in life, there are highs and lows. Since undertaking Trekfest for Dementia UK, one of my highs has become realising how fit I actually am. ...
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Dementia UK team nominated for prestigious industry award
Dementia UK’s Practice and Professional Development Team has been nominated for a prestigious Nursing Times Workforce Award, to be announced at a ceremony in ...
Read moreWe’re on the move
On 19th October 2018, Dementia UK will be moving from its current head office in Holloway Road. Why are you moving? Over the last few years, our team has grown ...
Read moreThe most common misconceptions about Alzheimer’s disease revealed
This World Alzheimer’s Day, Dementia UK has compiled the six most common misconceptions about Alzheimer’s disease, heard by our specialist dementia nurses. ...
Read moreNew Specialist Dementia Nurse for North Somerset’s Weston General Hospital
North Somerset has appointed a new Admiral Nurse for Weston Area Health NHS Trust (WAHT) at Weston General Hospital. Sarah Oakwood will play a key role in ...
Read moreTom’s half marathon in his capital city – Cardiff
This is my first ever sponsored sporting event! I have always made every effort to support friends and family when they do something similar but after losing my...
Read moreSusan’s story: why I’ve left a gift in my Will
“My mother, Annie, had dementia for ten years. It was not easily recognised at first as she was very resourceful in masking the symptoms. She was ...
Read moreDementia specialist Admiral Nurse, Helen Springthorpe, retires after 15 amazing years at Dementia UK
Helen Springthorpe is retiring after a 37-year nursing career, with 15 years being spent as an Admiral Nurse for Dementia UK. Throughout her career, Helen has ...
Read moreNHS At 70 – Admiral Nurse, Hannah Gardner, recognised for making a difference
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 ...
Read moreDementia 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 ...
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