We know that dementia affects the whole family, including children and young people. My role as Consultant Admiral Nurse for Children and Young People at Dementia UK helps younger members of the family feel seen and heard. I regularly support young people and their families who are affected by dementia, but another important aspect of my role is raising awareness of our Consultant Admiral Nurse service for Children and Young People and promoting best practice in supporting them.
Over the past year, I’ve had the privilege of presenting at several conferences, sharing my expertise as a Consultant Admiral Nurse. At these conferences, I shared various aspects of my role, including my work as an ambassador, practical insights from clinical practice and the importance of providing inclusive, age-appropriate support.
I also attended the UK Dementia Congress.
Dementia UK has even had a global impact by participating in Lorenzo’s House Youth Summit, which supports children and young people worldwide who have a parent living with young onset dementia (where symptoms develop before the age of 65). This was a fantastic opportunity to connect with over 40 professionals from across the globe, share expertise and showcase our commitment to improving support in the UK.
These events have provided valuable opportunities for networking, sharing best practice and collaborative learning to strengthen family-centred approaches to dementia care.
