What is Parkinson’s disease dementia? Parkinson’s disease is a brain disease that affects around 145,000 people in the UK. At first it mainly causes problems with movement. However, after a few years ...

Delusions (or strongly held false beliefs) are a common symptom for a person with dementia. They can take the form of paranoia, which makes the person feel threatened, even if there is no or little ...

A good mealtime experience can have a positive impact on a person’s health and wellbeing. Food preparation and the person’s surroundings can be important. It’s important to remember that people with ...

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An upcoming Channel 4 documentary in collaboration with Alzheimer’s Society follows the former broadcaster as he navigates life with dementia. Former news anchor Jon Snow has revealed he is living ...

This Dementia Action Week, 18 - 24 May 2026, we will continue to raise awareness of dementia, the UK's biggest killer, by sharing the stories behind the Forget Me Not. It’s only by coming together we ...

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Are you looking for a place to socialise and meet new friends? Our day groups for people living with dementia could be just right for you. take up new hobbies or continue doing old ones. From singing ...

From the June/July 2016 issue of our magazine, Heather Stephen learns about the Herbert Protocol, which is speeding up searches for vulnerable people, including those with dementia. Margaret Pigott ...

Use our dementia directory to find local support services for people with dementia and their carers in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

From Forum member 'LYN T' "My late husband started to lose his ability to swallow about April 2013. He had a sort of gurgle in his throat and I had to make sure that everything was slightly mashed and ...

We attend, partner and exhibit at a number of conferences and events throughout the year. We will start to add in our 2026 events over the next few months. NHS ConfedExpo is the UK's leading health ...