“There is still much to be done for the needs of patients with a double diagnosis of dementia and cancer”
Dementia UK ambassador Lorelei King talks about dealing with her husband's cancer and dementia.
Personal stories
Read personal stories from people living with a diagnosis, their family members and friends – as well as our dementia specialist Admiral Nurses.
Brian’s story
Brian, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease aged 59, talks about the benefits of walking football.
Pamela’s story
When Pamela applied for NHS continuing healthcare for her husband Rob, she felt the odds were stacked against them from...
Jude’s story
Jude was diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer’s disease in 2021 aged 57. She lives in Oxford and is married to...
Johnty’s story
Johnty’s best friend Jude was diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer’s disease in 2021, at the age of 57. Here he...
Hannah’s story
Hannah’s husband Neil was diagnosed with young onset dementia at the age of 51. She shares how the whole family...
Richard’s story
Richard shares his thoughts on dementia care following his wife's diagnosis of young onset Alzheimer’s disease.
“Dementia can happen to anyone”
Rachel shares how caring for her mum, who has young onset dementia, has impacted her life.
Diana and Eugene’s story
Diana shares her story of husband Eugene's diagnosis of young onset dementia, and the cultural barriers they faced.
Lorelei’s story
Lorelei King, one of our ambassadors, talks about support for the charity and her experiences of dementia.