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We bring people and resources together to increase awareness and improve access to high quality care for people living with dementia

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Caring Times (Caring Times) has opened nominations for their unsung Care Heroes 2025.Ā  The closing date for nominations is 16 May 2025. All winners will be announced in June.Ā  Read More: buff.ly/iLPoTgD

Caring Times (<a href="/Caring_Times/">Caring Times</a>) has opened nominations for their unsung Care Heroes 2025.Ā 

The closing date for nominations is 16 May 2025. All winners will be announced in June.Ā 

Read More: buff.ly/iLPoTgD
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Israt Hossain, a research assistant at City St George's, University of London, is encouraging researchers to use our service to connect with volunteers. Have you used Join Dementia Research to recruit to your study? We'd love to hear from you and share your story! Contact us at [email protected]

Israt Hossain, a research assistant at <a href="/CityStGeorges/">City St George's, University of London</a>, is encouraging researchers to use our service to connect with volunteers.

Have you used Join Dementia Research to recruit to your study? We'd love to hear from you and share your story!

Contact us at comms.jdr@nihr.ac.uk
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The World Health Organisation (World Health Organization (WHO)) has launched the ā€˜Integrated care for older people handbook: Guidance for person-centred assessment and pathways in primary care (ICOPE), 2nd edition’. Read More: buff.ly/QRLcC6F

The World Health Organisation (<a href="/WHO/">World Health Organization (WHO)</a>) has launched the ā€˜Integrated care for older people handbook: Guidance for person-centred assessment and pathways in primary care (ICOPE), 2nd edition’.

Read More: buff.ly/QRLcC6F
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We know that living with dementia can bring stress and anxiety for a person, their family, and carers. If you need support, call our Dementia Support Line on 0333 150 3456 or visit our online community, Dementia Support Forum: forum.alzheimers.org.uk #StressAwarenessMonth

We know that living with dementia can bring stress and anxiety for a person, their family, and carers.

If you need support, call our Dementia Support Line on 0333 150 3456 or visit our online community, Dementia Support Forum: forum.alzheimers.org.uk

#StressAwarenessMonth
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Posterior cortical atrophy (PCA) is a rare form of Alzheimer’s disease that impacts vision at first rather than memory. Initially, people with PCA tend to have a relatively well-preserved memory but experience problems with their vision, such as difficulty recognising faces and

Posterior cortical atrophy (PCA) is a rare form of Alzheimer’s disease that impacts vision at first rather than memory.

Initially, people with PCA tend to have a relatively well-preserved memory but experience problems with their vision, such as difficulty recognising faces and
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šŸ“£ The earnings limit for Carer’s Allowance increases today šŸ“£ If you claim Carer’s Allowance, you’ll be able to earn Ā£45 more each week without losing your entitlement. You may also be able to claim it for the first time if your earnings are below the new limit.

šŸ“£ The earnings limit for Carer’s Allowance increases today šŸ“£ 
If you claim Carer’s Allowance, you’ll be able to earn Ā£45 more each week without losing your entitlement. You may also be able to claim it for the first time if your earnings are below the new limit.
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Dementia isn't one size fits all, it impacts everyone differently. But there are some common signs and symptoms to be aware of. These key symptoms include memory loss, confusion, difficulty concentrating, or even changes in mood. Share our AI action figure to educate a friend

Dementia isn't one size fits all, it impacts everyone differently.

But there are some common signs and symptoms to be aware of.

These key symptoms include memory loss, confusion, difficulty concentrating, or even changes in mood.

Share our AI action figure to educate a friend
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ā€œWhen my mam Christine was diagnosed, we felt on our own as a family. It made such a difference to speak to an Admiral Nurse." - Clare. šŸ’™ Invite your MP to our #TimeForACuppa event to hear from Clare and others affected by #dementia about how important it is for families to

ā€œWhen my mam Christine was diagnosed, we felt on our own as a family. It made such a difference to speak to an Admiral Nurse." - Clare. šŸ’™

Invite your MP to our #TimeForACuppa event to hear from Clare and others affected by #dementia about how important it is for families to
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It can be daunting to tell your friends, family, and those closest to you about a dementia diagnosis. Relationships and connections with other people are so important. They help to improve our wellbeing, give us comfort and support, and maintain our sense of identity. When

It can be daunting to tell your friends, family, and those closest to you about a dementia diagnosis.

Relationships and connections with other people are so important. They help to improve our wellbeing, give us comfort and support, and maintain our sense of identity.

When
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During Dementia Action Week (19th - 25th May) we will be focussing on diagnosis and educating audiences on the common symptoms of dementia. Download our symptoms checklist and help spread the word by sharing Dementia Action Week posters and banners: spkl.io/6009fIXLx

During Dementia Action Week (19th - 25th May) we will be focussing on diagnosis and educating audiences on the common symptoms of dementia. Download our symptoms checklist and help spread the word by sharing Dementia Action Week posters and banners: spkl.io/6009fIXLx
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šŸ’¬ "Anne, the #dementia specialist Admiral Nurse who we were referred to, initiated a conversation with Dad about Mum’s end of life care." Jenny reflects on the importance of having difficult conversations around end of life care in our latest supporter story here šŸ‘‡

šŸ’¬ "Anne, the #dementia specialist Admiral Nurse who we were referred to, initiated a conversation with Dad about Mum’s end of life care."

Jenny reflects on the importance of having difficult conversations around end of life care in our latest supporter story here šŸ‘‡
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Did you know, we have information about dementia available in a range of formats, including BSL. Learn about common types of dementia, seeking a diagnosis, and more in our British Sign Language (BSL) videos: spkl.io/6001fLucD #DeafAwarenessWeek

Did you know, we have information about dementia available in a range of formats, including BSL.

Learn about common types of dementia, seeking a diagnosis, and more in our British Sign Language (BSL) videos: spkl.io/6001fLucD

#DeafAwarenessWeek
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Download and share Dementia Action Week posters āœ… For today’s #DementiaFriendsBingoChallenge, download branded #DementiaActionWeek resources and posters. Display in your workplace, local noticeboards or anywhere you can raise awareness! Click here: spkl.io/6015f2ZVN

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ā€œIt’s heartbreaking enough to hear that someone you love has just received a dementia diagnosis. But what I wasn’t expecting was the complete lack of follow-up and support afterward.ā€ – Shara. This #DementiaActionWeek, ask your MP to attend a debate on dementia care this

ā€œIt’s heartbreaking enough to hear that someone you love has just received a dementia diagnosis. But what I wasn’t expecting was the complete lack of follow-up and support afterward.ā€ – Shara.

This #DementiaActionWeek, ask your MP to attend a debate on dementia care this
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The second season of our #podcast, 'My life with dementia', is out now!šŸŽ™ļøšŸŽ‰ Presented by Marianne Jones, ā€˜My life with dementia’ takes listeners on a personal journey through the world of #dementia, as told by people who have experienced it themselves. Subscribe to

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ā€œResearch has been integral to our journey.ā€ Geoff and his wife Susie, who received a dementia diagnosis in 2013, decided to take part in research to regain a sense of control. 12 years on, they are still embarking on trials. Read their story: news.joindementiaresearch.nihr.ac.uk/ten-years-deme…

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"We all want people to get the help and support they need, when they need it." The brilliant Dr Amir Khan GP swung by to tell us more about what to do if you're experiencing problems using words or communicating. #KnowTheSigns of dementia. Visit alzheimers.org.uk/checklist

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Alongside each episode of our #MyLifeWithDementia podcast, we're releasing an episode featuring Admiral Nurses Hilda Hayo and Vic Lyons RMN, MSC ( Health Care Leadership). šŸŽ™ļø In this episode they delve deeper into George's story and changing family dynamics after a young onset #dementia diagnosis. Listen now:

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Julie has #dementia. However, she lives on her own, and doesn’t have family members to care for her. It’s a situation many people find themselves in. šŸŽ™ļø Listen to Julie's #podcast episode, ā€œI live alone, and I have dementiaā€, here šŸ‘‡ podfollow.com/my-life-with-d…

Julie has #dementia.

However, she lives on her own, and doesn’t have family members to care for her. It’s a situation many people find themselves in.

šŸŽ™ļø Listen to Julie's #podcast episode, ā€œI live alone, and I have dementiaā€, here šŸ‘‡
podfollow.com/my-life-with-d…
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With just 2 weeks to go until Care Innovation Summit, you may be thinking - who's attending? This is your opportunity to join hundreds of senior leaders and care providers. Book your conference ticket here: bit.ly/42AMf1E #CareInnovationSummit @careinnovationsummit

With just 2 weeks to go until Care Innovation Summit, you may be thinking - who's attending? 
This is your opportunity to join hundreds of senior leaders and care providers.  

Book your conference ticket here: bit.ly/42AMf1E
#CareInnovationSummit @careinnovationsummit