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Alzheimer’s Research UK (ARUK) has thrown its weight behind a multi-sector campaign for the UK government to put prevention at the heart of its levelling up agenda. One of 47 organisations and charities joining the campaign coalition, ARUK says better prevention of dementia, among other conditions, would lay the foundation of a fairer, healthier nation….

Dementia Alliance International (DAI) has launched a Community Survey and would like responses from anyone with personal or professional experience in dementia care around the world.  DAI say:  “Since 2014, DAI has worked tirelessly to represent, support, and educate people living with dementia while raising awareness, eradicating stigma, and improving quality of life. Guided by…

The UK Government has sent a letter to Baroness Casey to update her on progress with her adult social care reform recommendations, including her call for urgent action on dementia care (which we reported on here: https://journalofdementiacare.co.uk/baroness-casey-speech-highlights-urgent-need-for-reform-of-dementia-care). The letter from the Department of Health and Social Care updated Baroness Casey on the progress that has…

Caring Times has opened nominations for their unsung Care Heroes 2025.  Caring Times say:  “We’re looking for those who go beyond the job description. Whether it’s the gardener who brings residents their favourite cookies, or a housekeeper who helps residents to rediscover their hobbies – we’re searching for those who bring a little bit of…

Expert training in reminiscence arts in dementia care is to be held at the University of Greenwich over two days later this month.  Scheduled for 19 and 20 January, the experiential course will be led by experienced practitioners and trainers with input from volunteers and former carers.  It will be certificated by the European Reminiscence…