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Tovertafel: Creating magic for people with dementia
John Ramsay, of Tovertafel, explains how the innovative light display product is helping to engage people with dementia

New dementia ‘atlas’ shows ‘postcode lottery’ of care in UK
The Department of Health has released an interactive map showing how levels of dementia care and assessment compare, including best and worst performing areas.

Actress Carey Mulligan is first UK Global Dementia Friends Ambassador
The Oscar-nominated actress, who has a grandmother with dementia, wants to change attitudes to the disease and reduce stigma

What is the link between calcium supplements, strokes and dementia?
A new study claims women who had a stroke and also took calcium to prevent post-menopausal brittle bones were at greater risk of dementia

Scent: A conversation starter in hospitals
Scent expert and dementia carer Linda Harman meets an Admiral nurse who has discovered how effective scent cards can be for people in hospital

Dealing with variations in dementia care
Linda Harman, whose mother is living with advanced dementia, reveals her struggles in getting the right care assessments, in the wake of the recent report on the government’s Dementia Atlas.

Dementia’s Dirty Secrets #5: When carers reach breaking point
James Ashwell gives a harrowing insight into how the dementia journey causes a uniquely stressful and complex set of circumstances for carers, leaving many close to despair

‘Knowing I’m helping others is humbling’ says Queen of Colouring
We chat to Johanna Basford, creator of a popular range of grown-up colouring books, about how they’re helping those affected by dementia and mental health problems

Linda Robson opens up about her mum’s dementia
Speaking on ITV’s Lorraine, the actress revealed the heartache it caused when her mother could no longer recognise Linda and her family

What does 'live-in care' mean?
