My life with dementia | A Dementia UK podcast

Dementia UK

One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime, and at Dementia UK, we believe no one should face it alone.   That’s why we created this award-winning podcast.   Hear first-hand dementia stories from people living with the condition, alongside life-changing advice from our dementia specialist Admiral Nurses.   Whether you’re a carer or young carer, living with a dementia diagnosis, worried about symptoms like memory loss or simply want to share your experiences, why not visit our website to find out how we can support you? dementiauk.org/podcast-support   ‘My life with dementia’ is hosted by Ted Lasso’s Kola Bokinni. The series is produced by Arlie Adlington.   Dementia UK: helping families face dementia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Sharing the emotional weight of grief: how Admiral Nurses can support men through dementia care

    3 DAYS AGO

    Sharing the emotional weight of grief: how Admiral Nurses can support men through dementia care

    Inspired by Tommy and Andrew's conversation in the pub, Hilda and Vic share advice and insight from their perspectives as dementia specialist Admiral Nurses. In this episode, they explore: the benefits of music for people living with dementiastrategies for male carers to share more of their emotional lives with friendshow grief can impact carers long before their loved one has died If you haven't heard Tommy and Andrew's episode yet, we recommend giving it a listen first. You'll find it right next to this one in your podcast feed. Support and resources: Need support? Speak to an Admiral Nurse like Hilda and Vic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    16 min
  2. Masculinity and dementia: Tommy and Andrew’s story

    5 DAYS AGO

    Masculinity and dementia: Tommy and Andrew’s story

    Tommy and Andrew met in a pub in Liverpool to talk about something many men struggle to discuss openly: dementia. Tommy has young onset Alzheimer's disease and Andrew is a carer for his mum, Ann, who received her vascular dementia diagnosis during Covid. In this episode, they talk about navigating the emotional ups and downs of living with dementia and how expectations around masculinity have affected their experiences. Tommy and Andrew’s dementia story challenges stereotypes and opens up an honest conversation about how men experience dementia, whether they’re living with the condition themselves or caring for someone with a dementia diagnosis. Get in touch with one of our dementia specialist Admiral Nurses for tailored adviceFind out more about Dementia UKGet more information on dealing with grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
  3. Coping with aggression and change in dementia: how Admiral Nurses can offer practical and emotional support to carers

    30 APR

    Coping with aggression and change in dementia: how Admiral Nurses can offer practical and emotional support to carers

    Hilda and Vic discuss Jules's dementia story, sharing advice and insight drawing on their clinical experience as dementia specialist Admiral Nurses. In this episode they explore: how to manage if the person you’re caring for becomes angry or aggressivehow to cope when multiple family members are living with dementia at the same timehow to create joyful memories even as someone’s dementia is progressing If you haven't heard Jules’s episode yet, we recommend giving it a listen first. You'll find it right next to this one in your podcast feed. Support and resources: Need support? Speak to an Admiral Nurse like Hilda and Vic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    16 min
  4. Anger, turbulence and joy in dementia: Jules’s story of caring for her family

    28 APR

    Anger, turbulence and joy in dementia: Jules’s story of caring for her family

    When Jules's uncle started showing symptoms of dementia, she had no idea that soon she'd be caring for multiple family members, who all received a dementia diagnosis around the same time. In this episode, Jules discusses some of the more challenging symptoms of dementia, such as aggression, and her dedication to keeping her family safe and happy. Jules’s dementia story offers comfort to anyone facing the challenges of dementia, while reminding us that joy is still possible. Our dementia specialist Admiral Nurses can helpFind out more about Dementia UKLearn how to keep safe when you care for someone with dementia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min
  5. Siblings, school and emotional strain: how Admiral Nurses can support young carers for a relative with dementia

    23 APR

    Siblings, school and emotional strain: how Admiral Nurses can support young carers for a relative with dementia

    Hilda and Vic go deeper into some of the themes from Chloe and Amy's dementia story, explaining what families can do next from their perspectives as dementia specialist Admiral Nurses. They cover: how schools can support young carersthe importance of counselling to help young carers manage the emotional strain of looking after someone with a dementia diagnosishow Admiral Nurses can help families prepare for the future through advance care planning, including lasting power of attorney If you haven't heard Chloe and Amy’s episode yet, we recommend giving it a listen first. You'll find it right next to this one in your podcast feed. Support and resources: Need support? Speak to an Admiral Nurse like Hilda and Vic  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    16 min
  6. Becoming young carers in our teens: Chloe and Amy’s story of young onset dementia

    21 APR

    Becoming young carers in our teens: Chloe and Amy’s story of young onset dementia

    Chloe and Amy were just 12 and 18 when their mum Sarah began showing symptoms of young onset dementia. Becoming young carers for a parent with dementia and coming to terms with their mum’s diagnosis was something they had never imagined. This is a story of a family pulling together under incredibly challenging circumstances, supporting each other to juggle work, school and looking after Mum. Chloe and Amy’s dementia story will resonate with families who are navigating a dementia diagnosis while trying to hold on to everyday life. Get support for young onset dementia Speak to a dementia specialist Admiral Nurse Advice on supporting a child or teenager whose parent has been diagnosed with dementia  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min
  7. Season three of My life with dementia

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    Season three of My life with dementia

    One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime, and at Dementia UK, we believe no one should face it alone.   That’s why we created this award-winning podcast.   Hear first-hand dementia stories from people living with the condition, alongside life-changing advice from our dementia specialist Admiral Nurses.   Whether you’re a carer or young carer, living with a dementia diagnosis, worried about symptoms like memory loss or simply want to share your experiences, why not visit our website to find out how we can support you? dementiauk.org/podcast-support   ‘My life with dementia’ is hosted by Ted Lasso’s Kola Bokinni. The series is produced by Arlie Adlington.   Dementia UK: helping families face dementia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    3 min
  8. "I agonised over Mum's move into full-time care" | Penny's story

    25/06/2025

    "I agonised over Mum's move into full-time care" | Penny's story

    Growing up, Penny didn’t have to look far for her hero. It was Rosemary – her mum.   Rosemary had a confidence about herself. A warmth and kindness for others. And a smile that lit up a room. She taught Penny to believe in herself, to try things and see things. In 2016, Rosemary was diagnosed with mixed dementia. For the past eight years, Penny has been her mum’s primary carer. And while there have been plenty of heartbreaking moments, the hardest came when Penny had to move Rosemary into a care home.   Further resources:   Find out more about Dementia UK and the life-changing support of Admiral Nurses  Discover ways you can look after yourself as a carer Learn more about considering a care home for someone with dementia Read personal stories from people living with a diagnosis, their family members and friends Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min
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One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime, and at Dementia UK, we believe no one should face it alone.   That’s why we created this award-winning podcast.   Hear first-hand dementia stories from people living with the condition, alongside life-changing advice from our dementia specialist Admiral Nurses.   Whether you’re a carer or young carer, living with a dementia diagnosis, worried about symptoms like memory loss or simply want to share your experiences, why not visit our website to find out how we can support you? dementiauk.org/podcast-support   ‘My life with dementia’ is hosted by Ted Lasso’s Kola Bokinni. The series is produced by Arlie Adlington.   Dementia UK: helping families face dementia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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