Treat yourself to a new entertainment subscription
Whether you prefer drama or documentary, sport or sci fi, there is a fast growing selection of streaming services available. All you need is a Smart TV or computer with internet connection and a subscription… then you’ll be set for hours of entertainment....
Listen to famous albums with the artists who recorded them.
Tim Burgess, vocalist with The Charlatans has taken the web by storm during lockdown with his #TimsTwitterListeningParties. The idea is simple. Stream or play the chosen album for that day, follow @Tim_Burgess on twitter, then read the tweets in real time. The twist...
Join a virtual choir
Do you enjoy singing? Why not take part in a virtual singalong without leaving your home? If you already take part in Alzheimer’s Society’s ‘Singing for the Brain’ groups, you can now take part online. More information at the Singing for the Brain site. Alternatively...
Listen to your favourite music
Reminisce with old favourites or discover new music. Make a list of the types of music you’d like to explore, and then use Google to see where you can listen to it. You can listen to unlimited music for free using Spotify.com or Google Play Music, using an internet...
Explore the world’s radio stations
Nowadays you can listen to radio stations from around the world. If you are on your computer, visit sites like Radio Garden to explore radio stations by spinning the globe! How can I help someone to do this? If you know a person living with dementia, why not send...Latest tweets
Out today via @alzheimerssoc "From Diagnosis to End of Life: lived experiences of dementia care and support". 👀out for report authors @EllaRobinson01 @kielankielan at our @DementiaCan forum in Nov, as we consider the positive role @Pers_Care can play #RightAtTheStartEnquiry
'Even before the pandemic, too many people were left in limbo, misdiagnosed, or passed from pillar to post. Now is the time to press reset & put in place consistent diagnostic services across the country.'
@FiCarragher Director of Research & Influencing https://www.hsj.co.uk/mental-health/the-nhs-must-aim-for-more-than-just-recovering-dementia-diagnosis-rates/7028671.article