Helen Barnes – London Marathon I was always close to my dad; he was so supportive of everything I did. Being very sporty himself, he inspired me to go on to...
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Running 300km for Dementia UK
While having a drink with family after my Grandma’s funeral in October of last year, an advert popped up on my Facebook page inviting me to run the Brighton ...
Read moreTrekking for families facing dementia
Anna and Emma walked from London to Brighton for Dementia UK in May 2017and have now signed up to take on the Thames Bridges Challenge. I have to admit, when we...
Read moreJason’s Great Manchester Run
On 28th September 2017, I took on my biggest challenge yet – the Men’s Health Survival of the Fittest – a 10k obstacle course in Manchester, ...
Read moreYoung Onset Dementia: Supporting Families in Havering
Young onset dementia (YOD) is defined as dementia diagnosed under the age of 65. It is also referred to as ‘early onset’ or ‘working age’ dementia. ...
Read moreMaureen’s story
Maureen and Michael were childhood sweethearts and after 56 years of marriage they have two daughters, three grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Sadly ...
Read moreKeeping warm in cold weather
In winter and especially with the current cold weather warning, it is important for all of us to stay warm. People with dementia can be especially at risk when ...
Read moreIt’s important to make time for you
Sometimes it can be difficult when supporting or caring for a family member living with dementia to make any time for you. It may be that just thinking of ...
Read moreLearning to talk about death, dying and dementia
A guest post by Caroline Scates, our Admiral Nurse Professional & Practice Development Facilitator: Death and dying are understandably difficult topics for ...
Read moreExtra support for people affected by dementia at Colchester Hospital
(From left to right) Admiral Nurse Vanessa McLean, CHUFT director of nursing Catherine Morgan, Victoria Lyons, senior consultant Admiral Nurse (Dementia UK) and...
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