I’m 78 and I have Alzheimer’s disease - that’s why I wanted to volunteer, to help other people with the same condition. I feel that I am doing well and other people can as well.

I volunteer with Alzheimer Scotland where I attend the Day Centre once a week, take part in fund-raising and serve on the branch committee. It keeps me busy!

To people thinking about volunteering, I would say come and join Alzheimer Scotland!

Dementia is an illness of the brain. which often affects memory first. A person with dementia may become confused about where they are, what day it is and who people are. 

CADASIL is the most common genetic cause of stroke and vascular dementia in adults.

Commissioned research evaluating the impact of the AHP Dementia Consultants.

Giving hospital staff a better understanding of patients with dementia who are admitted either for planned treatment, such as an operation, or in an emergency.

Join Dementia Research is a nationwide online and telephone service that makes it easier for people to register their interest in volunteering for dementia research studies.

Our help card can help members of your local community like staff or officials to make your visits and experiences more dementia friendly.

The staff and volunteers were very warm, welcoming and extremely friendly the day I arrived.