Alzheimer's Society are supporting over £50 million of world leading dementia research to understand the causes of dementia, ...

Alzheimer’s Society is funding an exciting research project which aims to show that music can do more than comfort – it can ...

Sue Noakes has young-onset Alzheimer's disease and shares how counselling and continuing with mindful hobbies helped ...

In the middle stage of dementia, symptoms become more noticeable and the person will need more support in managing daily life. The person may now need frequent reminders and some help to wash and ...

A dementia diagnosis is vital Diagnosis is vital to give people access to the care, treatment and support they desperately need. Yet, incredibly, 1 in 3 people with dementia do not have a diagnosis.

Losing yourself in a good story or soaking in the beauty of poetry is a great pleasure for many. This includes people with dementia. For over two decades, The Reader – the UK’s biggest shared reading ...

At Alzheimer’s Society, we're now a proud partner in a £6 million initiative funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) to develop ...

How to support the person to sleep better Treat any underlying conditions Many health conditions can make it harder for the person to sleep. Reduce any pain or discomfort with painkillers, gentle heat ...

People with dementia can have difficulties with planning and remembering the details of the journey ahead. This can put additional pressure on those travelling with them. Tips for the journey If ...

Lead Investigator: Dr Teresa Niccoli Institution: University College London Grant type: PhD studentship Duration: 36 months Amount: £90,762 Project summary Metformin is a common diabetes type 2 ...

Winter can be a particularly difficult time for somebody living with dementia. The bad weather and colder temperatures can bring specific challenges, and can sometimes make symptoms temporarily worse.

Fiona Carragher, Chief Policy and Research Officer at Alzheimer’s Society, responds to the announcements: "Alzheimer’s Society is shocked to learn that dementia, including a dementia diagnosis target, ...