Dementia is a medical condition, so it’s not something you can diagnose yourself, unless you have specialist skills and knowledge. The most important thing is to know when to see your GP if you’re ...

Wednesday 11th June 2025, the Government delivered their Spending Review, providing insight into the UK Government's plans ...

The Alzheimer’s Society Forget Me Not Appeal will end the devastation caused by dementia. In support of this aim, our ...

An NHS project in mid and south Essex is making it easier for people with dementia in care homes to get dental treatment. John Murphy, who has dementia, is one of over 5,000 care home residents to ...

This Dementia Action Week, 19 - 25 May 2025, we will continue to raise awareness of the importance of an early diagnosis for people affected by dementia. Diagnosis is vital to give people access to ...

Charles was diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 63. His daughter, Lauren, shares how dementia ...

An extract from Mary-Joy Albutt’s blog on why she decided to trek across the Sahara for Alzheimer’s Society in memory of her Mum who lived with dementia for 12 years. Mary-Joy Albutt is passionate ...

Easter is a time when families and friends come together and celebrate. Here we provide guidance, and some ideas to support those living with dementia at Easter and during Lent. Easter is a very ...

At Alzheimer’s Society, we're now a proud partner in a £6 million initiative funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) to develop ...

There are ways to support a person with dementia when travelling. These will depend on the type of transport being used. People with dementia can have difficulties with planning and remembering the ...

Metformin is a common diabetes type 2 medication, which has been shown by previous research to have both good and bad effects when used as a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. This research ...

In July 2024, Alzheimer’s Society launched the Dementia Healthcare Inequalities Initiative. We sat down with Professor Jennie Popay, the Chair of our Healthcare Inequalities Advisory Board to hear ...