Present buying when you care for someone with dementia

It’s Christmas time again.  I don’t know about you, but I find the whole process of present giving very stressful.  Some people are very difficult to buy for.  This year, as in the past few years I have also been faced with buying a present for my aunt – who has...

World Alzheimer’s Month 2025

World Alzheimer’s Day, observed annually on 21st September, provides us all with a moment to reflect, raise awareness, and stand in solidarity with the millions of people affected by dementia.  And it affects us all.  In 2025, with one in two people in the UK expected...

Dementia Action Week 2025

This week is Dementia Action Week.  There are activities taking place throughout the borough and on Thursday 22nd between 12 and 2pm Barnet Carers will be hosting a drop-in event at the Arts Depot in Finchley. If you support someone with dementia or just want to know...