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Discover resources for health and social care professionals working with people from black, Asian, and minority ethnic (BAME) communities, such as translated information, examples of good practice and ...
The word 'dementia' describes a set of symptoms that over time can affect memory, problem-solving, language and behaviour. Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia.
Organising and going on holiday without extra support can be difficult for people living with a disability like dementia. But taking time away from home can be just as important to them. There are ...
Join our Singing for the Brain group and meet new people in a friendly, fun and social environment. Singing improves your brain activity, wellbeing and mood, and you don’t need to be a good singer to ...
New research suggests that there are 12 factors that increase the risk of dementia, but measures can be taken to reduce this risk.
Deaf British Sign Language (BSL) users can face significant barriers to getting a timely dementia diagnosis. A service in Bristol is working with Deaf people to become more accessible.
In the middle stage of dementia, symptoms become more noticeable and the person will need more support in managing daily life. This stage of dementia is often the longest. On average it lasts about ...
We hear from Mark about the struggles he and his mother, Sylvia, faced following her diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease.
Contact with nature can improve our wellbeing and help us feel less stressed. It also stimulates our senses, whether listening to birdsong, watching wildlife or feeling leaves.
For a person living with dementia, living at home can give you a sense of independence. By making some changes to your home, you are able to continue with the routines or activities you enjoy. Each of ...
Alzheimer’s Society has commented on Carers UK’s ‘State of Caring 2021’ report. The report is a snapshot of unpaid care in the UK this year. Alzheimer’s Society estimates there are 700,000 unpaid ...
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