Joe Costello is Dementia UK’s Consultant Admiral Nurse for Sport and Dementia and has been in post for six months. He explains why this new role is needed for families living with dementia who have a connection to sport.
Admiral Nurse Vic shares her thoughts on BBC Two’s latest documentary ‘Dementia and Us’ and how it captured the realities of dementia
Rachael shares how difficult it has been for them to navigate the NHS continuing healthcare (CHC) process for her grandfather.
Steve’s wife, Julie, was diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer’s seven years ago. He talks the empowerment he’s received from his Admiral Nurse, Amy.
Siblings, Aqib and Shahbanu, reflect on how their mum’s recent diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease has affected their lives.
Rachel Thompson writes about how dementia affects sleep and how carers and families can approach sleep disturbance and its possible underlying causes.
Admiral Nurse Mutsai Hove Bird writes about stigma and misconceptions around dementia in diverse communities.
Ricky’s talks about how his Gran’s dementia diagnosis impacts his whole family and why he is supporting the ‘We live with dementia’ campaign.
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