North Devon now has its very own Admiral Nurse, who will be supporting patients with dementia, their carers, families and staff at North Devon District Hospital...
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Alcohol and the effects on the brain
Newspapers and articles are very contradictory about the effects alcohol can have on the brain. As with most things, alcohol in moderation does not appear to ...
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Nicky’s Great Manchester Run blog
To run in aid of Dementia UK is something I’m incredibly passionate about as my mum was diagnosed with dementia in 2012....
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Stormin’ Norma!
Meet 91-year-old Norma Howard from Fleet, Hampshire, who set a new record for the oldest female wing walker in aid of Dementia UK!...
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Advice on moving into a care home
People with dementia might need to make the move into a care home for a number of reasons. Their needs might have increased as their dementia has progressed, or...
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Meet the runners
Some run for family members facing dementia, some run so that everyone who needs it can have access to the specialist support of an Admiral Nurse. Every one of ...
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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 ...
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Trekking for families facing dementia
We chose to support Dementia UK when fundraising for our London to Brighton Challenge as we can see the amazing work their Admiral Nurses do! The personalised ...
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Jason’s Great Manchester Run
In May, we take on the Great Manchester Run Half Marathon and I’ll be supported by my wife and 10 month old daughter. I would encourage anyone who would like ...
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Young 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. ...
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