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The Royal College of Psychiatrists Memory Services National Accreditation Programme (MSNAP) have published their 2023 report which highlights data they’ve collected from memory clinics who are current members MSNAP. The report includes both quantitative and thematic analysis and provides some thought-provoking headlines, not least that the number of new admissions taken on by memory clinics…

Duncan Goodwin, 81, from Harrogate, has played in the final of Channel 4’s The Piano, playing an original piece – Theme for Fran, dedicated to his wife of 40 years.  Duncan told The Piano viewers that he had been playing the piano since the age of four, and wrote Theme for Fran to show his…

Alzheimer’s Society has launched a new campaign entitled ‘Dementia: Behind Closed Doors’.  The campaign features a short film showing well-known figures alongside families affected by dementia. You can watch the film here: Alzheimer’s Society are urging people affected by dementia to share their stories with them. You can find out more here: https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-involved/our-campaigns/share-your-story  Discover more…

Researchers from the University of Suffolk are looking for 25 people to trial Snapshot Boxes in social care settings.  Snapshot Boxes, created by Suffolk firm Chronicle, are photo frames that play voice recordings, enabling a person with dementia to view photos alongside the voices of loved ones.  The trial is part of a six-month research project,…

Alzheimer’s Research UK has launched a survey to gather the views of people who have been diagnosed with dementia in the last three years, or who are currently seeking answers for memory and thinking concerns. The survey is also open to anyone in a caring role supporting a friend, family member or loved one.  It…

Cognitive Books – who are part of the Alzheimer’s Society Accelerator Programme – has launched its first book in a series of ‘looking back at…’ resources, with a debut publication all about The Beatles.  Cognitive Books support people with dementia by helping them to overcome common barriers they face when reading, and can be enjoyed alone or…