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Anybody can become a Scottish Dementia Friend. It’s just about understanding a bit more about dementia and the small things you can do to help people living with dementia.

From Stitching the Pitch to Stitching Stars – Alzheimer Scotland’s Quilter in Residence understands the many threads that bind us.

"Dementia can be such a lonely illness, both for the person who has it and for their carers". Doris shares the impact Alzheimer Scotland's support has had on husband Joe, who lives with Alzheimer's disease. 

Learn how Gillian Fyfe of Alzheimer Scotland aims to complete her fundraising challenge of swimming 3000m every month throughout winter, in open waters!

When Frank’s wife Moira moved into residential care, he set off on an extraordinary fundraising walk that took him more than 170 miles along the cliff tops, shorelines and footpaths of the Scottish Highlands. Frank has raised over £35,000 for Alzheimer Scotland. 

Scotland’s second dedicated Outdoor Brain Health and Dementia Resource Centre is getting ready to open its doors, a special space within Lauriston Castle Gardens that will make the site even more meaningful and accessible for all.  

Alzheimer Scotland’s Brain Health and Dementia Resource Centre in Kilmarnock is celebrating 10 years in the town.

John and Rosemary share their story about how you can live well with dementia when travelling and having trips away on holiday.