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A range of free resources developed through the Family Interventions In Dementia Mental Health Environments (FIND ME) Study at the University of West London are available to download.
The materials have been developed in response to needs identified by carers with lived experience of supporting a relative with dementia during a mental health inpatient admission and ...
The UK Chief Medical Officers have published refreshed physical activity guidelines.
The guidelines cover all age-groups and detail the amount and type of physical activity that should be incorporated into daily life. The needs of people who are older, frail and disabled are included, and dementia is mentioned.
The UK CMOs, Professor Chris Whitty, Professo...
Sanctuary Care has launched their Lifelong Learning Exchange, a national campaign to bring generations together through a shared loved of learning to provide purpose and engagement across all age groups.
Sanctuary launched the campaign following a national survey they undertook that showed 50% of participants felt that practical skills such as writing letters, sewin...
BBC Radio 2 and Greatest Hits Radio presenter Paul Gambaccini has announced he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.
The 77-year-old presenter says:
“As Freddie Mercury once sang, you can’t turn back the clock, you can’t turn back the tide. Ain’t that a shame.
In early 2025 I was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. There’s no denying it’s ...
The UK Government has launched a consultation on new workplace rights for unpaid carers.
The consultation includes proposals to augment employment protections and looks at paid carer’s leave.
Participation is sought from a variety of individuals including unpaid carers, employers, workers and members of the public. Find out more and participate here: