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Read real stories from people affected by dementia, and find out about the latest dementia news, research and campaigns.

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Memory cushions help my mother-in-law remember names and faces

Real stories
09 April 2021
Information

Please give me space lanyard supports people to socially distance

Information
23 March 2021
Real stories

'My Mum, My Mate' - Diane's dementia poem tribute to her mother

Real stories
12 March 2021
Real stories

Remembering Mum on Mother's Day: Vicki's Memory Walk story

Real stories
10 March 2021
Advice

Life after lockdown: Adjusting to the 'new normal' for a person with dementia

Advice
05 March 2021
Real stories

How my dementia symptoms progressed during lockdown: John's story

Real stories
26 February 2021
Real stories

A year of home care in coronavirus lockdown: 'We were left to get on with it'

Real stories
25 February 2021
Real stories

7 lessons learned about caring for someone with dementia

Real stories
17 February 2021

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