Dementia Action Week, Blackpool takeover [Video]

This Dementia Action Week, we bought the hidden conversations about dementia out of the shadows.

By taking over Blackpool with an unignorable message. That dementia diagnosis is vital.

Yet, one in three people with dementia do not have a diagnosis. And this isn’t just happening in Blackpool, it’s happening all over the country.

We spoke to the local community, to find out how dementia impacted them and to talk about the importance of diagnosis.

Share your diagnosis story to help us show decision makers the realities people are facing at www.alzheimers.org.uk/stories

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Who are we?
We are Alzheimer’s Society. We are a vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone affected by dementia.

What is dementia?
‘Dementia’ describes a group of symptoms that include problems with memory, thinking or language, and changes in mood, emotions, perception and behaviour. Dementia is a progressive disease, which means symptoms may be relatively mild at first, but they get worse over time. There are many types of dementia but Alzheimer’s disease is the most common. The next most common is vascular dementia.

If you need dementia support, we’re here for you. Get personalised information, support and advice by calling our Dementia Connect support line on 0333 150 3456 or visit us at https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/

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