Wendy Mitchell has died

Wendy Mitchell’s death has been announced by her daughters Sarah and Gemma – You can read the announcement here: https://x.com/WendyPMitchell/status/1760672737587236887?s=20 

Wendy’s final blog is here: https://whichmeamitoday.wordpress.com/2024/02/22/my-final-hug-in-a-mug/ 

Reflections from the Dementia Community Team and Board: 

We are deeply saddened to learn of Wendy’s death. By sharing her experiences of living with dementia she educated, supported and helped so many. Wendy was always generous with her time, candid with her thoughts and ready with a smile that could light up any room. 

We echo all of the heartfelt tributes that have been paid to Wendy on social media. Wendy truly embodied our spirit of learning, sharing and inspiring, and her wonderful legacy of books, blogs, interviews and so much more will stand the test of time. RIP Wendy. 

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