This spring, we launched a new name for the Alzheimer’s Society magazine – Dementia together. We wanted a magazine name that makes clear that it’s packed with inspiring and informative real-life stories and ideas for everyone in the dementia movement and anyone affected by the condition. This includes those of you who fundraise, join our […]
Why people affected by dementia are opening the Alzheimer’s Society conference
After being diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer’s disease aged 58, Wendy Mitchell helped form the Three Nations Dementia Working Group. Here she describes some of the work they’ve been doing and why it’s so important they’re opening the Alzheimer’s Society conference this year. Imagine yourselves being given a diagnosis of dementia……imagine what that feels like for […]
How are we forging partnerships for a world without dementia?
Our CEO, Jeremy Hughes, recently went to Tokyo to attend the Japan:UK Dementia Conference, hosted by Nikkei. Here he shares his experience, as well as an update on how Alzheimer’s Society is forming partnerships beyond borders. As the UK faces the challenge of being seen as insular post-Brexit, it’s good to see we’re recognised as […]
5 ideas for your Flashback event
From swing dance to Britpop, flower power to punk, Flashback is your chance to have a blast with the past and unite with us in the fight against dementia. Simply pick a decade, era or year as your theme and create your Flashback event. Need some inspiration? Check out our top 5 ideas to make […]
Meeting elephants at Chester Zoo Dementia Café
You may have heard of a Dementia Café. But what about a Dementia Café with a couple of Asian elephants? Zoo Ranger Pippa describes how the team at Chester Zoo have been supporting people affected by dementia, with the help of some four-legged friends… How it all started Last year, Alzheimer’s Society was looking for […]