Going Away

Going away

Dementia and denial. She denies. So I deny. We both get angry. Nobody wins. A story from the early days, as mild dementia takes a turn for the worse.

The Watcher On The Road

Dementia and imagination - The Watcher

Out walking with dementia and imagination – a story showing there are still good times to be shared and enjoyed for years into the illness. First published in 2015.

The Day I Kidnapped My Wife

Anxiety

Anxiety can be high for the dementia carer – what can go wrong next? Here’s our story, with guidance on reducing anxiety levels.

Coming Out On Dementia

Tell people about dementia

It’s hard to tell people about dementia, for those diagnosed and their carers. It’s seen as an old person’s illness. What will they think? Here’s our story. What’s yours?

Being Normal

St George's Day - maypole dance

When you’re living with dementia, it doesn’t help when people and circumstances keep reminding you of it. It’s better when you can just forget all about it

Inappropriate Behaviour

Inappropriate behaviour - or not

We’re told that people with dementia can have socially inappropriate behaviour at times. The question is, what’s appropriate – and who decides?