There are many kinds of dementia but the most common is Alzheimer’s disease. Every person with dementia is different. How their illness affects them depends on which areas of their brain are most damaged.

You can call our 24 hour Dementia Helpline on 0808 808 3000 at any time.☎️

Carers: Children often struggle to understand and talk about dementia. There are resources to help children understand dementia, provide practical tips, and support maintaining quality time with loved ones. Contact Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Advisors for support.Alzheimer Scotland

We will be part of Alzheimer Scotland Aberdeen Dementia Research Centre's community cafe on Tuesday 30 April from 2-4pm at 13-19 King Street, Aberdeen. We will be there to answer questions about epilepsy, provide information, and explain more about the support services we have available.

#ADI2024 Every Story Matters included in session 2 this morning 💜 NDCAN Alzheimer Scotland

Have you signed up for our nationwide fundraising appeal? We are teaming up with Morrisons supermarkets from 13 – 19 May.
We are looking for friendly people who can spare a couple of hours to help us by collecting during the appeal week💜

More info👉 pulse.ly/letvnkzwio

We're proud to have raised £150k for Alzheimer Scotland in the last 4 years. Our colleagues have run marathons, sky-dived, completed the Three Peaks Challenge and climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro! Thanks Alzheimer Scotland for a fantastic charity partnership 👏🏼 We'll announce our new charity partner shortly!

To support independence in the kitchen, it is useful to keep associated items together such as cups, teabags and spoons. Place items within the line of vision, preferably on a kitchen counter and be alert to “use -by” dates on food stuffs Alzheimer Scotland

Martin Robertson was diagnosed with a rare form of dementia, Posterior Cortical Atrophy, in 2016 aged 57. Since then, he has engaged heavily with the research field, seeing it as the route to a cure for this disease.
Read Martin's full story 👉pulse.ly/iljsg5zckh

Our team is at Central Station Glasgow until 6pm. Come say hi! 👋Alz Scot Social Media Ambassador Graeme also made an appearance💜

Graeme Sutherland Glasgow Central

Spaces for our Conference 2024 are going fast 🏃

Register now for a celebration of Scottish research across dementia, neuroprogression and brain health

Including talks from academics from all career stages, disciplines and those with lived experience 👇

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🔊We're hiring for 2 Community Activity Organisers, North Perthshire, part time

📝Do you have experience of developing and implementing initiatives relating to health and wellbeing?

📆Closing date: 24 April 2024

More info👉pulse.ly/4sudbngigo

Tips for April Showers! Create a comfortable, warm environment, provide familiar soaps and shampoos, and encourage independence as much as possible. Consider installing rails and seat to increase safety. If taking a shower is not an option, consider washing at the sink. Alzheimer Scotland

It's not too late to attend Care Roadshows where you can find out about the latest innovations in the care industry & sector updates.

🗓️ Tuesday 16 April 2024, 9:30am – 3pm
📍Hampden Park, free for care professionals

Register here 👉 pulse.ly/xjb660eyry

🔊We're hiring for a Fundraising & Engagement Leader (Corporate Partnerships & Major Donors)

📝Can you deliver high-level fundraising targets & have a track record of delivering fundraising strategies?

📆Closing date: 21 April 2024

More info👉 pulse.ly/5gsez8k33f

We are hosting a Tea Dance Concert in partnership with Alzheimer Scotland! 💜

📌 The Queen's Hall
📅 21 April
🕑 2pm

Designed especially for people living with dementia and their carers, the performances give flexibility and freedom for full enjoyment.

Learn more: sco.org.uk/events/reconne…

🔊We're hiring for a Fundraising & Engagement Coordinator (Corporate Partnerships & Major Donors)

📝 Do you have evidence of cultivating and nurturing long-lasting relationships with a range of stakeholders?

📆 Closing date: 21 April 2024

More info👉 pulse.ly/hv0lhwgetx

'My name is Ruaridh. I am 11 years old. I am going to run just over one mile, every hour on the hour, for a period of 24 hours until I complete the distance of a marathon!' 💜

The challenge is in dedication to his gran who has dementia. Full story👇
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