When a person is diagnosed with dementia they may not understand or accept their diagnosis. This may be because the person is in denial, or because they have what is known as ‘lack of insight’. When a ...

Kate joined Alzheimer’s Society as Chief Executive in March 2020, and is dedicated to providing help and hope to people affected by dementia to face some of the most frightening times of their lives.

Dentures can be help people eat and speak properly, but there are challenges people with dementia may experience when wearing dentures, such as losing or breaking them. Dental and mouth care ...

As a person's dementia progresses, their dental needs may become more complicated. The person might need specialist treatment and mental capacity to consent to treatment may need to be assessed.

Supporting a person with dementia with personal care isn’t always easy. There can often be challenges and changes. If you are helping someone to brush their teeth, there are things you can do make it ...

Alzheimer’s Society personalisation programme is working to ensure people with dementia have choice and control over their own care and support. You are here: Personal Choice Programme Know your ...

Find out about how Alzheimer's Society is leading the way in dementia research. Through our funding programmes and initiatives we will change the lives of people affected by dementia. Information Tag: ...

Smart thermostat daisy93 says, ‘We used a smart thermostat, so I controlled the heating from my mobile phone. It was easy to set up and meant I could see how hot the house was and set timings or boost ...

apart from myself i have three other friends who’s husbands have dementia with various degrees of problems. none of them have been able to receive any help apart from leaflets. my neighbours husband ...

How much will it cost to use a care home? "As someone’s support and supervision needs increase, homecare costs can be very high, so care homes can be a more affordable way to get the right level of ...

Dekkle, a fine art printmaker and publisher based in Hertfordshire, is offering a fantastic opportunity to three lucky artists, in partnership with the Society. Dekkle will create a tailored online ...

Positive message Jitendra is keen to send a positive message to others in Asian communities who are frightened they may have dementia. ‘I know there are a lot of people in Asian society who are ...