Are you joining us today at the @ftlive Dementia Summit? This morning, our CEO @JeremyHughesAlz will be talking with @lennyshallcross, @kamel_hothi and @HazelBlearsCoop to discuss the importance of the global movement of change for dementia #FTDementia
We are partnering with @ftlive at #FTDementia Summit today which will explore the latest advances in dementia research and care as well as examining the challenges facing those responsible for delivering in society
“What is living” @george_rook talks about the need to make homes 🏠 for people with dementia wherever they may be living. “A care home should not be sterile like a hotel” #ASAC19#DAW2019
'We are the same people, just with a diagnosis of dementia. Treat us like anyone else!'
Gladys is 82, living with dementia - and she has an important message for you this #DementiaActionWeek.
Read her #DAW2019 story here: https://t.co/8XbQWEB80R
Someone with dementia may be more likely to walk about at night if they're feeling anxious, especially if they've been placed in uncertain new surroundings such as a care home.
Understanding the person's needs and feelings is vital.
#Care#BBCCare
https://t.co/Wgx0E0HCqA
If you look after a partner, relative or friend who is disabled or ill due to physical or mental health, you are a carer, even if you don’t think of yourself as one.
@age_uk have information and advice for carers here: https://t.co/jwMrTFISqo
#Care#BBCCare
'He couldn’t recall my name, or remember exactly how we were connected, but in the still handsome blue eyes there was the flicker of recognition. '
Today you need to read this stunning essay by Sylvie, aged 16, about her Granddad:
https://t.co/NUuvVJOEN8
This #InternationalVolunteerDay, we want to say thank you to all volunteers who help improve the lives of people affected by dementia. Volunteers make such a difference and we're so grateful for their support.
Want to get involved? Find out more today: https://t.co/SlZyaBY7qf
Radio 5 #daretodream and are up for the Light Up campaign!
Please tell everyone you know across the country to buy a copy from each retailer & we can make dreams come true!
Google Play: https://t.co/R6CdTlcCWG
iTunes: https://t.co/Ek5PkwPcPd
Amazon: https://t.co/sFHjHWHyOo
Buy this uplifting song from a truly inspirational school who are united against dementia and help them reach their ambition of reaching number 1 at Christmas #uniteagainstdementia#daretodream@alzheimerssoc @AlzSocNWEngland
@TheDanWhiston hey , can you please help my son's school achieve their #daretodream by promoting there mission for Xmas no1!!! The school is flakefleet primary school in Fleetwood and there song is called Light Up and it is on iTunes or Google play for 59p x
PLS RT! This school #daretodream and are taking on big guns for Xmas No.1. Odds slashed from 100/1 to 4/1-all proceeds to @alzheimerssoc.
Full version: https://t.co/fpIy1PLYvk
Google Play: https://t.co/R6CdTlcCWG
iTunes: https://t.co/Ek5PkwPcPd
Amazon: https://t.co/sFHjHWHyOo
This is an incredible achievement.
One man has recruited over 1,000 @DementiaFriends in his local community, raising vital awareness and changing the way people think and speak about dementia.
Thank you so much for all your hard work, Kevin!
https://t.co/vWH4aatwrT
Please take part in hashtag#MemoryWalk and support @alzheimerssoc to help defeat dementia. Sign up today! Who will you walk for? https://t.co/m0HWlhzxoD
These bright blankets have helped dementia patients recognise their bed spaces which has led to less confusion on the ward, and resulted in fewer falls. What a wonderfully simple initiative! 🙂
'This research adds flesh to the bones of a worrying pattern we’re starting to see in the UK. Black men are receiving fewer diagnoses than white men, despite prevalence being higher amongst black men.'
- Dr Doug Brown, Alzheimer's Society
https://t.co/SGAqwsUnuA
Berehill House is appealing far and wide for postcards. No matter how far you are travelling this summer our residents would love to receive a postcard telling us about your travels.
Our address is:
Berehill House
Jobson Close
Whitchurch
RG28 7DX
🌎
#postcards#Appeal