Check out
@martin_compston
rocking his Alzheimer Tartan scarf! 😍
Martin is wearing his scarf this Xmas to show support for the millions of people worldwide living with dementia.
Get your Alzheimer Tartan here & support dementia research
#TartanChristmas
We are delighted to have been chosen as one of
@dundeeunitedfc
charity partners for 2020/21. We’re loving the new season away strips. We’ve got your back guys, literally! 💜⚽️
Ahead of our first away match of the 2020/21 Premiership season, Dundee United Football Club is delighted to reveal our new away kit and partnership with Alzheimer Scotland.
Full story ➡️
💜🧡
#TheNewEraHasBegun
Today marks the start of
#DementiaAwareness
Week – did you know over 90,000 people across
#Scotland
are currently living with
#dementia
?
With your help we want to make sure nobody faces dementia alone. Help us spread the word about dementia:
We really appreciate this opportunity to work in partnership with
@FoundationCFC
. Life doesn’t have to end when dementia begins. This new partnership is an important contribution to helping us get closer to achieving our goal – making sure that nobody faces dementia alone.
Cash donations have now been added and it takes us just under £16,000 for
@alzscot
, thank you to everyone who donated or even just shared the story/page of why we where doing this, appreciate it more than use know, box a toys go to the moon next year to top this😅💜
We are saddened by the passing of our valued friend & colleague, Archie Noone. Archie's significant contribution to dementia policy & practice was recently commemorated with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Archie has left a mark on many of our lives & he will be truly missed.
Please RT to let everyone know that nobody has to face dementia alone this Christmas.
Our Dementia Helpline operators will be taking calls and answering emails 24 hours a day throughout the festive period.
Get in touch on 0808 808 3000 or email helpline
@alzscot
.org
This is sad news for Denis and his family.
If you or anyone you know needs support, our Freephone Dementia Helpline is here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 0808 808 3000 ☎️
We are saddened to learn that our men's all-time joint top goal scorer Denis Law has been diagnosed with dementia.
The thoughts of everyone at the Scottish FA are with Denis and his family at this time.
💜 Get ready...
#DementiaAwareness
Week 2018 takes place 4-10 June! 💜
This year the week focuses on making sure nobody faces
#dementia
alone. There are lots of ways you can get involved, find out more:
@BBCBreaking
Our thoughts are with Bruce and his family. If you want to talk about frontotemporal dementia our phone lines are always open. Call our 24h Freephone Dementia Helpline on 0808 808 3000. 💜
Today marks
#WorldAlzheimersDay
& also the start of 40 years of
@alzscot
. For 4 decades we've used innovation to make sure nobody faces dementia alone. Our Chief Exec
@HenryAlzScot
has recorded a video to talk about what innovation means to us:
#alzscot40
"Too many people living with
#dementia
feel like they need to get through a maze to access to the right support. This needs to stop." AlzScot Chief Exec Henry Simmons
#AlzScot18
#DementiaAwareness
Dementia care should be fair for everyone.
As part of our
#FairDementiaCare
campaign, we���ve launched 'Dementia: The True Cost' - a new documentary film highlighting the inequalities facing people living with
#dementia
. Sign up & watch the full video
𝐉𝐈𝐌 𝐌𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐍 𝟏𝟗𝟑𝟕-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟎
Special Commemorative Programme is on sale now.
· Proceeds from the sale will be donated to
@alzscot
💜
· Limited Edition 80-page edition
· In-store from Friday noon at five locations
More details:
🔗
Dementia Awareness Week 2022 💜
The aim of this week is to raise awareness, reduce stigma and help improve the lives of people with dementia, their families and carers. This year's theme is 'Let's Prevent, Care, Cure dementia together'. So, how can you get involved?
"I was only 12 when she was diagnosed with dementia. Mum was just 50. I’m now more aware of steps I can take to look after myself. Taking care of my own brain health has become an important part of my life."
Ross shares what brain health means to him👇
👏This is amazing! 💜 We're delighted to have Line of Duty actor
@martin_compston
and his lovely wife
@TiannaChanel
backing Memory Walk 2018 - where thousands of people will join together to show their support for people living with
#dementia
:
#memwalkscot
Thanks to
@Glasgow_Live
for sharing Ross and Angie's story. Ross McNamee was only 13 years old when his mum was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease at the age of just 50.
He has now raised more than £15,000! 💜
Full story👉
It's
#DementiaAwareness
Week 💜
This week is our annual opportunity to raise awareness of our work and encourage people to support us. However, this year we want to reflect on the devastating impact coronavirus has had on the dementia community and we want to make a commitment.
We fully support the need to continue to fund critical brain health & dementia research. However, we are saddened & deeply disappointed that the issues faced by people with dementia, & those who care about them, have been portrayed here with such negativity & hopelessness. [1/6]
In collaboration with Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Nurse Consultants, we have prepared some information to help people living with dementia, their families and carers during this unsettling time.
Read our guidance:
WOW! 😯 Nicole is taking on a Munro every month for Alzheimer Scotland in memory of her grandad 💜 - thank you so much Nicole! Read her story in the
@Daily_Record
:
Superstar fundraiser
@rossmcnamee
has raised £95,000 so far and recently completed the West Highland Way in dedication to his mum Angie who was diagnosed with dementia. Read Ross' inspirational story here 👉
Lovely surprise to be watching
#impossiblecelebrities
when
@mrcraighill
donated his prize money to Alzheimer Scotland – thank you - Craig was sporting the Alzheimer Scotland tartan which supports dementia research. To get your piece of tartan, visit
Welcome to
#DementiaAwareness
Week. This year, we will consider the stigma people with dementia continue to face, with a particular focus on those facing it earlier in life.
Today’s the day! We’re honoured to be welcoming over 800 delegates to the 2019 Alzheimer Scotland Annual Conference today at the
@eicc
in
#Edinburgh
on the first day of Scotland's
#DementiaAwareness
Week. Are you joining us? Make sure to use
#AlzScot19
in all your posts.
"My name is Andrew and I am 10 years old. I live with my Mum, my Granny and my labrador. My Granny has dementia and has slowly been forgetting her words for a while now. I love her very much and sometimes I worry that she feels sad or alone. I never want her to feel like that."
Wishing good luck to
@rossmcnamee
and his troops as they take on both the
#WestHighlandWay
and Ben Nevis over the next week!
The team have raised over £22,000 so far in honour of Ross' mum Angie 💜
Happy
#TartanDay
!
#WorldAlzTartan
The world’s first Alzheimer Tartan from Alzheimer Scotland helps raise vital funds to support people living with dementia, their carers and families. 100% of profits goes to
#dementia
research. Show your support:
It's Dementia Awareness Week in
#Scotland
- we're calling on people across the country to help us make sure nobody faces
#dementia
alone. Learning just a little bit more about dementia can make a big difference. Learn more about
#DementiaAwareness
Week:
We're delighted to launch the UK's first Dementia Resource Centre today in the
@cairngormsnews
. Spending time outdoors is proven to enhance mental, physical and social wellbeing. The Centre aims to give people with dementia a rediscovered sense of freedom to explore nature.
How amazing is this? 💜 Doris Keir volunteers at an
#Edinburgh
community group every week to support people living with
#dementia
- despite just celebrating her 100th birthday! You're an
#inspiration
, Doris!
#HappyBirthday
🐶 Dementia Dog alert! 🐶Two fully trained
#dementia
assistance dogs in central Scotland are looking to be matched and placed in their forever homes. You may have caught labrador duo Lenny and Hope on your local STV news last week. FInd out more:
Today we are launching our Edinburgh Brain Health and Dementia Resource Centre coinciding with
#WorldAlzheimersDay
. This is our 22nd Dementia Resource Centre💜🧠
Unlike other progressive or life limiting conditions, people living with advanced dementia face thousands of pounds in health and nursing care costs. We need
#FairDementiaCare
.
@jackiebmsp
"Fairness is a right...dementia discrimination is the reality".
If dementia is not primarily a health condition, then what is it? Dr Donald Macaskill from
@scottishcare
calls for equal access to healthcare for people living with dementia in a powerful keynote speech
#Alzscot22
Great news! We’ve received a National Lottery award of £47,976 from
@TNLComFundScot
. This money will help run community activities in Glasgow and Paisley supporting families during Covid19.
A huge thanks to the National Lottery players for helping to make this happen 💜
Look who stopped by our Edinburgh Centre! Judy Murray, is backing an initiative that shows how beneficial tennis can be to help people keep their brains stimulated. This is thanks to
@BrodiesLLP
who have selected
@brainhealthscot
as charity partner for their tennis invitational.
Our thoughts are with Billy McNeill's family today. Thank you to fans at
#CelticPark
choosing to generously contribute to Alzheimer Scotland at bucket collections in memory of the legendary football star. You can also contribute online:
#billymcneill
'Where you went others followed'
It was
#OnThisDay
in 1975, Billy McNeill made his final appearance for
#CelticFC
when he lifted the
#ScottishCup
Today, we say goodbye to Cesar.
Today is a very special day: we're celebrating 30 years of our
#DementiaHelpline
! 🎉👏🎉
A massive
#thankyou
to all our dedicated staff & volunteer who give support to people living with dementia, 24/7 💜
Need support? ☎ 0808 808 3000 ☎ or helpline
@alzscot
.org
📅 Dementia Awareness Week will take place between 31st May & 6th June.
Reflecting on the devastating impact, and true experience, of coronavirus on the dementia community, this year we will be exploring 'Hidden voices, Hidden impact, Hidden cost'.
Let’s talk about dementia.
On
#MothersDay
we wanted to share the story Doron and his mum. 💜
Doran is thanking Sainsbury's for helping his mum continue in her job for five years after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's:
Well done to
@realmissfiona
for challenging stigma and preconceptions following her Alzheimer’s diagnosis.
If you want to talk about dementia our phone lines are always open. Call our 24h Freephone Dementia Helpline on 0808 808 3000. 💜
We are delighted to share that
@elaineahpmh
, National Allied Health Professions Consultant has been recognised with a prestigious Fellowship for her contribution to Occupational Therapy. Many congratulations, Elaine!
#IWD2021
@AhpDementia
Read more ➡️
With substantial winter weather expected throughout the week, please consider checking on your older & more vulnerable neighbours. For info on any affected activities & events held by Alzheimer Scotland in your community, check our local Facebook pages:
This evening The Falkirk Wheel will shine purple in support of World Alzheimer's Day. 💜
For more details on the charity's work and where to find support visit:
@alzscot
@alzheimerssoc
@AlzResearchUK
This
#carehomeday20
we'd like to show our thanks and gratitude to everyone working in Scotland's care homes. The coronavirus pandemic has emphasised the incredible job you do and this day of recognition is important in acknowledging your vital contribution. We salute you all 💜
The new Alzheimer Scotland outdoor dementia resource center opens in Cairngorms National Park next month, uncovering the power of nature for people with dementia. Find out more from
@Sierra_Magazine
🍃👇
Our thoughts are with Barbara Windsor, her husband Scott, their family & friends, following their decision to share that Barbara has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Our 24 hour freephone Helpline is there for anyone who needs support 0808 808 3000
Ross McNamee set his sights high to conquer Ben Nevis in aid of AlzScot.
We are so lucky to have dedicated fundraisers supporting us through Covid-19 . Ross you are a ⭐!
Read Ross' story 👉 or join him in your own challenge 👉
A massive
#thankyou
to all our
#EMF2018
runners this weekend - you were phenomenal! 👏 Today came to an end with a song by the amazing
@Singinthecity
who had 6 teams running the relay for us - TURN ON YOUR SOUND FOR THIS ONE! 😍💜 🎶
#leanonme
#TeamAlzScot
We’re still here💜
In response to the restrictions, we’ve made significant changes to the support we offer:
☎️ Boosted our 24 hour Freephone Dementia Helpline (0808 808 3000)
🖥 Moved many of our groups and activities online
💻 Created an online hub of essential resources 1/3
Superstar fundraiser
@rossmcnamee
has raised over £100,000 for Alzheimer Scotland in dedication to his mum Angie, who was diagnosed with dementia at just 40. Ross's inspiring story💜👇
Ross's incredible acknowledgement on BBC Scotland’s People 2022👇
⭐Dementia Awareness Week 2020⭐
We launch
#DementiaAwareness
Week tomorrow. We would love you to join in our conversations throughout the week. It's never been more important to keep a sense of community during this time. Find out our plans here: …
It's
#WorldAlzheimersDay
You may have noticed a letter to the Editor in your local paper from our Chief Executive. Henry Simmons talks about what needs to be done to make sure nobody faces
#dementia
alone:
Our thoughts are with Bruce and his family. If you want to talk about frontotemporal dementia our phone lines are always open. Call our 24h Freephone Dementia Helpline on 0808 808 3000. 💜
Nick Gardner's exhilarating challenge to climb all of Scotland's Munros over 1,200 days concludes today! Nick has raised over £50,000 for Alzheimer Scotland &
@RoyalOsteoSoc
We wish Nick good luck in his final epic challenge which is The Cairngorms. A truly inspirational man 💜
THANK YOU FOR 2018! 😍
We want to thank our amazing supporters, passionate volunteers and committed teams across Scotland. Without you, we couldn't continue to be there for people living with
#dementia
. 💜
#thankyou
Our Chief Exec Henry has this message 😊
💜 Wish officially granted! 😍
The
@scottishballet
is granting 5 wishes...and we're delighted that they've chosen our Every Voice Choir from West Dunbartonshire's wish of uniting for a unique performance from both groups called "We Sing, You Dance."
🧠 Your brain is who you are. It is your thoughts and feelings, your knowledge and memories. It needs to be protected.
This
#WorldAlzheimersDay
theme tells us it's never too early, & it's never too late to think about your brain health. Find out more 👉
Susan Holland is a mental health nurse and Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Consultant. Susan explains her role in more detail and how she helps people living with dementia, their families and carers 👇💜
#InternationalNursesDay
This
#WorldAlzheimersDay
we're asking for named identified health workers to be assigned to every family with a loved one in a care home. They'd work with the family and the care home to deliver tailored visiting plans. Read more here:
Some of the restrictions may have been lifted but for many people with dementia and their families, this continues to be a difficult time. We're here for you now and always💜
Call our Helpline 24/7 for information, emotional support or someone to talk to ☎️ 0808 808 3000 ☎️
🎶 'Our Dementia Choir' with Vicky McClure airs tonight on BBC One. 🎶
Alzheimer Scotland supports dementia-friendly choirs across Scotland 💜 To find out about choirs near you, call our Dementia Helpline: 0808 808 3000. Or support our work:
📸: BBC News