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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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‘Talking about my dementia makes me feel included’ - John's story

Real stories
23 May 2019
Research

A new type of dementia: It’s never too LATE

Research
15 May 2019
Real stories

‘Mom seems afraid that if she doesn’t write things down, she will forget.’

Real stories
14 May 2019
Real stories

Behind the filming of Our Dementia Choir with Vicky McClure

Real stories
09 May 2019
Real stories

Dear Alzheimer’s: Keith Oliver's letters on living with dementia

Real stories
01 May 2019
Real stories

My grandfather has Alzheimer's disease. This poem is for him

Real stories
23 April 2019
Research

5 technology innovations that could help people living at home with dementia

Research
16 April 2019
Real stories

Living with my parents again to support my dad with dementia - Vanessa's story

Real stories
11 April 2019

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