Part time parent/wife/bonne vivante. Full time AWESOME Dir of Comms & Growth @DemCarersCount Ex @hopeandhomes & @Scope. All your views are belong to us.
“Most people don’t have an inkling of what living with dementia is like either for Mum or for me.”
Lesley shares exhaustion, isolation & heartbreak of 24/7 caring and urgent need for support now, not later.
Read Lesley's Letter today💜
https://t.co/BnkUvKggar
💜 For #CarersWeek, dementia carer Lesley is sharing what she wishes people knew about caring for her mum.
We will share Lesley's story throughout the week.
Read her story and help build a world where carers feel seen, valued and supported:
https://t.co/sLX4sw6L02
A huge thank you to every dementia carer who completed our 2025 survey. 💜
The results are a stark reminder of the relentless challenges faced by dementia carers every day. Too many are reaching crisis.
See our full set of survey results: https://t.co/NucT0XpKI7
💜 We Hear You
Last year, carers told us: 9/10 reached crisis, 3/4 had no backup plan, most had too little support.
Now it’s your turn — the 2025 Carer Survey is LIVE!
👉 Share your story: https://t.co/FDtBunVsVy
I just nominated @DemCarersCount (aka Royal Surgical Aid Society) - you can nominate a charity for £1000 donation in the run up to Xmas! Who will you choose? https://t.co/5VuhaXZzht
Another brilliant day in Birmingham! ⭐️
We delivered powerful dementia training with a hands-on simulation, helping carers & community leaders build confidence, connection & understanding.
Thanks @ageukbirmingham! 💙
Learn more: https://t.co/NRAk7njHZw #DementiaSupport
During Dementia Action Week, we’re sharing real stories that highlight why support for unpaid carers, like Angela must become a priority: "I worry a lot about what would happen if I become ill.” https://t.co/rwJSYMo51D #DAW2025
A dementia carer recently told us "Sandwich caring is extra stressful and no-one recognises it. The impact on my family has been immense. It’s caused lots and lots of family arguments." https://t.co/7pfjEglkub
This #GivingTuesday, your generosity goes even further 🎁Our Christmas Appeal is part of the @BigGive#ChristmasChallenge, meaning all donations will be doubled. Double the donation, double the difference. Help us reach more carers this Christmas: https://t.co/1BaimV09Nj
Providing support to a family member or friend with dementia? Our annual #carers survey is live and we'd love to hear from you. Last year over 1300 carers shared their experiences helping shape our services & our Manifesto to the government. Take part here https://t.co/H4l90mFDdX
Fantastic opportunity to join the board of this punchy #disability#arts disruptor. You can be part of our success! More details and apply to be a #trustee below 👇
Opportunity: Come and join Extant's Board of Trustees!🎭
We are the UK's leading performing arts company for visually impaired artists.
To read the job pack and to apply: https://t.co/mzzJgrlcJ4
@CuriousScutter My 7/8 year old enjoyed spirit of the North which is very chill, we tried puzzle bits of it together (switch). Hope they feel better soon.
Are we taking female carers for granted? Almost twice as many men say they can get the support they need when caring for someone with #Dementia
Let's #InvestInWomen. #IWD2024
📢ALL carers should have equal access to info & support. So why do unpaid female dementia carers access less support from local authorities?
This #IWD2024 we're calling for research, to #InvestInWomen and ensure female carers don't feel invisible & alone💙https://t.co/aHuomKQ0nA
This #GivingTuesday, double the 💛💛
Today, every £1 you give will be matched by the @BigGive - meaning we receive £2!
Donate now: https://t.co/dSn4N8ITCS
and keep twice as many children #SafeFromHarm.
#ChristmasChallenge
Up to £40,000. Ends Tue 5 Dec 2023.
Sunil* was just four when he went to an orphanage.
His mum and dad, Lata* and Hari*, were promised it would give him a better future. But they were lied to.
We're working across the globe to keep children like Sunil #SafeFromHarm this Christmas 👇🏻
https://t.co/16bexPOyMO