My mother suffered from Alzheimer’s for 7 years ending up exactly where she didn’t want to be - dependant upon others. For someone so fiercely indépendant this was the ultimate horror story. The disease robbed her of what we held most dear - her sense of self and we need to find a way to prevent it happening to others - not least my sister!

Alzheimer’s Society is transforming the landscape of dementia forever.Until the day we find a cure, we will create a society where those affected by dementia are supported and accepted, able to live in their community without fear or prejudice.