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My life with dementia | A Dementia UK podcast

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Dementia
Young Onset Dementia
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Dementia UK
Alzheimer's Disease
Caregiving
Support Groups
Mental Health
Community Support
Occupational Therapy
Alzheimer's
Health Care Services
Vascular Dementia
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Lasting Power Of Attorney
Independent Living
Athletics
Community Engagement
Family Dynamics
Couples Relationships

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One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime – whether by caring for someone with the condition, developing it ourselves, or both. Yet too often, the voices of people who are facing the many complex challenges of dementia go unheard.

Presented by award-winning journalist, editor, podcaster and Dementia UK Ambassador Marianne Jones, Deme... more

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Latest Episodes

Growing up, Penny didn’t have to look far for her hero. It was Rosemary – her mum.

Rosemary had a confidence about herself. A warmth and kindness for others. And a smile that lit up a room. She taught Penny to believe in herself, to try things and s... more

This episode features two of Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurses – Hilda and Vic. Admiral Nurses are specialist dementia nurses who provide free advice and support to the whole family, as well as the person with the diagnosis.

In this episode, Hilda and Vi... more

A registered nurse for over 40 years, Phil found his dream role in lecturing graduate and undergraduate nurses at a university. In teaching, he had found his calling.

In 2015, Phil began to notice he was forgetting names. Sometimes he would enter a ... more

This episode features two of Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurses – Hilda and Vic. Admiral Nurses are specialist dementia nurses who provide free advice and support to the whole family, as well as the person with the diagnosis.

In this episode, Hilda and Vi... more

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Recent Guests

Julie Hayden
Activist for young onset dementia and member of a Living Alone with Dementia group.
Episode: "I live alone, and I have dementia" | Julie's story
Vanda Williams
Michaela's grandmother, a woman known for her love and care.
Episode: “Community meant everything after Nan’s diagnosis” | Michaela’s story
Hilda Hayo
CEO and Chief Admiral Nurse at Dementia UK.
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Episode: “I never expected to care for Dad in my 20s” | Lizzie’s story
Vic Lyons
Senior Admiral Nurse at Dementia UK.
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Episode: “I never expected to care for Dad in my 20s” | Lizzie’s story

Host

Marianne Jones
Host of a podcast focusing on dementia, journalist, editor, and ambassador for Dementia UK.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • So helpful

    This is a warm and touching podcast, packed full of useful information for all stages of dementia. It helps so much to know that as a carer we are not alone. Thank you 💛

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    United Kingdoma year ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

There is appreciation for the support provided through shared experiences, which make them feel less alone in their journeys.
Listeners describe the content as warm and touching, highlighting its useful information for caregivers.

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What is My life with dementia about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the personal narratives of individuals impacted by dementia, this series uniquely presents first-hand experiences from people living with various forms of dementia, as well as those in caregiving roles. The content often explores the emotional turmoil and complex decision-making involved in caring for loved ones, while also providing practical advice from dementia specialists. Themes of community support, personal resilience, and the importance of empathy are recurrent, making the content relatable and supportive for listeners navigating similar challenges. Each episode promotes a deeper understanding of dementia, highlighting the universal nature of this issue, which is likely to appeal to a wide audience including caregivers, ... more

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