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UK Health Radio host Pete Hill recently interviewed author and dementia advocate Julie Hayden on his 'The 'D' Word' show. Julie was a social worker when she was diagnosed with young onset #dementia at the age of 54. Click on the headphones icon to listen to the interview here: ukhealthradio.com/blog/episode/t…

The Operation Ouch! Production Team is in the early stages of producing a special half-hour programme about dementia for Children's BBC. The team is hoping to film a family in which a parent or grandparent is living with dementia and where a child or young person aged 7 to 15, who has a relationship with them, would feel comfortable sharing their experience on camera. 📹 If you or your family might be interested in taking part, email Rebecca King at rebeccaking@objectivemedia.group or click the link for more information: 👇 youngdementianetwork.org/Operation-Ouch! (Photo credit: BBC)

Our ID cards were created in collaboration with our members to make it easier for people affected by young onset #dementia to access support while out in the community. 🪪 There are two designs – one for people living with young onset dementia, and the other for family members and supporters. They are one of our most requested resources. Get your ID card now: youngdementianetwork.org/resources/youn…

Today marks the start of Dementia Action Week. We're sharing Dementia UK's animation explaining 'What is young onset dementia', to raise awareness of the condition and how it affects younger people and their families. You can watch it in full here: youtu.be/F56nIVpDglQ?si…

As part of Dementia Action Week, we are sharing the new short film 'Little Rock' from @YPWD. It tells the story of Lana, a teenager learning to live with her dad’s decline due to young onset dementia. 🎬 Watch the film here: ypwd.info/dementia-doesn…

In the latest episode of our 'My life with dementia' #podcast, we sit down with mother and son Ronnie and Will. 🎙️ Listen to them talk about how their relationship has evolved since Ronnie’s #dementia diagnosis and Will’s experience as a young carer: podfollow.com/my-life-with-d…

“We’re on earth to help people, to lift each other.” 💬 These words come from @pedalsingh, one of our incredible supporters. Dementia changes lives - but so can you. We can make a massive difference when we come together for families facing #dementia. 💙 Find out how to get involved this #DementiaActionWeek: dementiauk.org/dementia-actio…

Admiral Nurses Hilda and Safia share their advice in the latest episode of our #podcast, 'My life with dementia'. 🎙️ They discuss the guilt family members may experience when there are problems with their loved one's care, as well as how cultural beliefs can affect how someone responds to a #dementia diagnosis. Listen to the full episode: podfollow.com/my-life-with-d…

What happens when dementia care doesn’t reflect your traditions, your food or your culture? In the latest episode of our 'My life with dementia' #podcast, Admiral Nurse Safia speaks to Elene, whose mum lived with mixed #dementia. They discuss why cultural awareness is so important to provide compassionate dementia care. 🎙️ Listen now: podfollow.com/my-life-with-d…

Today, on #InternationalNursesDay, we’re highlighting the difference specialist #dementia nurses make for people like Penny, Aqib, Shahbanu, and their families. 💙 If you need dementia support, call our Helpline on 0800 888 6678 or book a virtual clinic appointment: dementiauk.org/information-an…

On our #podcast, #MyLifeWithDementia, Elene and #AdmiralNurse Safia discuss why cultural awareness is so important to provide compassionate, person-centred #dementia diagnosis and care. 💙 Listen to the full episode now: podfollow.com/my-life-with-d…

Inspired by @TommyTommytee18 and @Swinno1976's conversation in the pub, #AdmiralNurses @HildaHayo and @viclyons share their advice in the latest episode of our #podcast, #MyLifeWithDementia. This #NursesWeek, learn about how you can be supported by an Admiral Nurse here: dementiauk.org/information-an…

Did you know that we have a service to support people from the Deaf and hard of hearing community who are living with #dementia? 💙👇 These free online dementia support appointments are with a British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter and an #AdmiralNurse. Book your appointment here: dementiauk.org/information-an… #DeafAwarenessWeek @signsolutionsuk

Tommy @TommyTommytee18 and Andrew @Swinno1976 met in a pub in Liverpool to talk about something many men struggle to discuss openly: #dementia. They talk about how expectations around masculinity have affected their experiences in the latest episode of our #podcast. 🎙️ Listen now: podfollow.com/my-life-with-d…

@JamesAHogg2 Absolute genius. 🤣🤣👏👏

This Two Ronnies sketch was never televised originally (it appeared many years later), but I’ve no idea why. It was written by Ronnie Barker, under the pseudonym Gerald Wiley, and for my money it gives Four Candles a run for it’s money. Seriously, if I’d written something this good I’d just retire immediately. What a talent! Good morning.

In a new short film from @DementiaUK, Cici and Izzy talk openly about their experiences of having a parent with young onset #dementia, the impact it has had on their families and how becoming a carer at a young age has impacted their mental health and future plans. You can read their story and watch the film here: dementiauk.org/information-an…

When Jules's uncle started showing symptoms of #dementia, she had no idea that soon she'd be caring for multiple family members. Jules discusses her dedication to keeping her family safe and happy in the latest episode of our #podcast. 🎙️ Listen now: podfollow.com/my-life-with-d…

@SkyNews @BethRigby My mum died at the North London Hospice in 2000. She was only there for a few days but their care was wonderful. Thank you Beth for supporting this amazing hospice in honour of your friend. 👏👏

Sky News political editor @BethRigby has completed the London Marathon for a second time in honour of one of her childhood friends - and to raise money for the North London Hospice. Rigby says running the marathon has been 'quite satisfying'.

@pedalsingh @DementiaUK What an incredible achievement both the walking & running & the fundraising! Hope you’ve gone for a well earned rest. What a legend you are. 💪👏👏🤩

I walked to London and ran the marathon without any sleep. We’ve raised £50822 I’m kind of lost for words I am ok too! Just gonna have a soak Thank you 🥹 @DementiaUK justgiving.com/fundraising/mk…

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