Author Archives: AUK Herts

Being diagnosed with dementia is something that a family would always remember. Philomena was diagnosed with dementia 17th February 2016 – a date that her family would never forget. She currently lives alone with the support of her Home Instead carers, and her two daughters to help her with her medication, ironing, shopping and meal preparation.Continue reading “Kim and Philomena’s Story”

It’s one week until #DementiaActionWeek and the Alzheimer’s Society have organised activities in Watford from 20th-26th May. The aim of this week is to unite people, workplaces, schools an communities to take action and improve the lives of people living with dementia. Together with Watford Council, the Alzheimer’s Society have lots of interesting and funContinue reading “7 Days Until Dementia Action Week”

Living with Dementia doesn’t have to be lonely, as Bob found out at one of the Hertswise Hub. Bob used to attend the Early Memory Diagnosis and Support Service after being diagnosed with unspecified dementia in 2009 and Alzheimer’s Disease in 2015. Although his dementia has been slow in progression, due to his good levelContinue reading “Bob’s Story”

Iris Hornsey, a wife and carer for Ken, became world champion at the World Indoor Masters Track and Field Championships. The event held in Torun, Poland saw Iris gain a bronze medal for Women 75+ 400 meters category in the time of 1:24:16. As well as gaining a bronze medal she also gained two goldContinue reading “Letchworth group attendee wins gold!”

Hertswise Dementia Partnership held their first Dog Days session and the dogs loved the pup-arazzi. Dog Days is a two day event designed for people at any stage of dementia, with or without a diagnosis to bring joy, fun and social interaction. Their first event held Thursday, 2nd May was a success with guests enjoyingContinue reading “Dog Days Success”