Our series of research videos show what it’s like to have five different types of assessment for dementia. This post shows how one of them – the amyloid PET scan – is becoming a vital part of research ...
Paul shares that he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2025 and has been receiving support from Alzheimer's Society. BBC Radio 2 and Greatest Hits Radio presenter Paul Gambaccini, aged 77, has ...
Social prescribing is used in health and social care, where people can live better by improving social and environmental aspects of their lives. Social prescribing has been found to benefit people ...
What could help people with dementia to stay independent and well for longer? Researchers are exploring a range of answers, all of which need to be tested by people living with the condition to make ...
Take on the incredible Trek26 Cotswolds challenge and walk 13 or 26 miles. Explore the rural landscape of the Cotswolds as you trek through ancient woodlands, wildflower meadows and historic Cotswold ...
Rhymes and engaging illustrations to help start conversations and relieve anxieties about someone close who may have dementia. Aimed at four- to 10-year-olds. My Grandma Has Dementia, by Alex ...
Helping with arrangements for someone with dementia who’s moving into a care home in a different part of England. If your dad has mental capacity, where to move is his decision to make. If he lacks ...
Dr Richard Oakley, Associate Director of Research at Alzheimer’s Society, has called breakthrough Alzheimer's drug donanemab, 'a turning point', as the full trial results were revealed. Full results ...
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 ...
Devices that use GPS to locate a person may be useful. They could help your husband to continue walking about the neighbourhood while still being as safe as possible. There are a number of ...
Listening to music can really help to improve quality of life for a person with dementia, whether it’s an old favourite or a song that reminds them of a special moment. Playlist for Life provides ...