How can dementia affect a person's appetite? A person with dementia may lose interest in food. They may refuse to eat it or may spit it out. The person may become angry or agitated, or behave in a ...

The latest dementia news, blog posts, audio and visual updates from Alzheimer's Society. Including real stories from people affected by dementia and the latest on dementia research studies. Keep up ...

DiADeM is a tool to support GPs in diagnosing dementia for people living with advanced dementia in a care home setting. It has been developed by the Yorkshire and Humber Dementia Strategic Clinical ...

Getting an accurate and timely diagnosis of dementia is important. However, for younger people it can often take much longer. There can be specific reasons for this, including: Young-onset dementia is ...

We're partnering with ITV for a special Christmas campaign on dementia fronted by TV presenter and Loose Women star Ruth Langsford. As families cosy up in front of the TV to watch Christmas listings ...

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It can be difficult to know when a person with dementia is nearing the end of their life. Late-stage dementia symptoms and faster deterioration of the person's condition may suggest that the dying ...

Dementia Cafés offer a place to socialise, learn more about dementia and local services, and enjoy something new each session. Mike and Gwen Smith have been going to their local Dementia Café in ...

Share advice, laughter, and support at the Clumber Park Memory Walk. And when you cross the finish line, celebrate with your medal, knowing you have walked for a world where dementia no longer ...

Healthy teeth and gums are important to living well. For someone with dementia, taking care of their teeth and gums can become increasingly difficult. You are here: Dental and mouth care Supporting a ...

Sometimes a person with dementia can lose their inhibitions and may behave in ways that others find embarrassing. Sometimes a person with dementia can lose their inhibitions and may behave in ways ...

From the October/November 2015 issue of our magazine, an east London project is raising dementia awareness and challenging stigma in south Asian communities. Andrew Bence attends a performance aiming ...