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Looking after yourself as a young carer during the summer holidays
Hannah Gardner, Consultant Admiral Nurse for Children and Young People, shares tips on how young dementia carers can look after...
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Discover the latest research, charity and fundraising news and blogs from Dementia UK.
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Moving for your mental health
Joe Costello, Consultant Admiral Nurse for Sport and Dementia, talks about the importance of exercise for people living with dementia...
Admiral Nurse Deborah’s Walk 30 Challenge
Admiral Nurse Deborah, shares how walking has benefitted her health and why she is taking on the Walk 30 Miles...
World Photography Day: Wendy’s blog
Wendy Mitchell was diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer’s disease in 2014 aged 58. Wendy shares how photography helps her to...
Tips for a great restaurant trip for families with dementia
Admiral Nurse Caroline Woodcock looks at how you can make a trip to the restaurant an enjoyable experience for families...
Getting the most of out a cinema trip with a person with dementia
Admiral Nurse Jo Freeman looks at the practical steps families can take to make the most out of a trip...
‘Supernova’; a touching film on love and dementia
While the story is a fictional account, it mirrors the experience of many people of working age who receive a...
How to plan a day trip with a person who has dementia
Consultant Admiral Nurse Jules Knight gives her top tips on taking a person with dementia out on a trip to...
Dementia UK announces largest investment in dementia nurses
Dementia UK has announced investment in dementia specialist Admiral Nurse posts to provide ongoing support to families in need of...
Sue on being a ‘virtual’ Volunteer Ambassador
Volunteer ambassador Sue shares how she overcame the obstacles caused by lockdown restrictions.
Dementia UK and Leeds Building Society launch ‘Closer to Home’
Dementia UK and Leeds Building Society are launching their unique ‘Closer to Home’ project to improve access to dementia care...
Steve’s philosophy on caring
Steve’s wife, Julie, was diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer’s seven years ago. He talks the empowerment he’s received from his...
5 steps to provide cultural and religious appropriate dementia care
Admiral Nurse Asma lists five steps from her own practice on how professionals can support families with religious and cultural...
Cultural and religious awareness within dementia care
There are an estimated 25,000 people in ethnic minority communities with dementia in the UK; there are varying experiences and...