Sonia Mangan

A Free Press, Not a Free Pass – It's Time for Fair Regulation For too long, the UK press have bullied people, harassed grieving families, and destroyed lives, all to sell papers. We’ve all seen the heartbreaking consequences. They’ve hacked phones, listened to ...

Have you watched The Hack? No I haven’t yet…but I do believe in free speech and I can't believe papers have gotten away with it. That's why I've signed the petition, set up by Hugh Grant and other victims, to demand fair, independent regulation. Join me: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/a-...

Doctors trial £100 blood test that could transform how NHS detects Alzheimer’s More than 1,000 patients to take part in trial to see if the approach leads to faster and more reliable diagnoses Doctors have launched a clinical trial of a £100 blood test for Alzheimer’s disease in the hope of transforming diagnosis of the devastating condition in the NHS. More than 1,000 patients with suspected dementia are being recruited from memory clinics across the UK to see whether the test leads to faster and more reliable diagnoses and better care for those found to have the disease. Continue reading...

Doctors trial £100 blood test that could transform how NHS detects Alzheimer’s

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Thinking about Art of the Possible and the #NHS10yearplan…& back from the beautiful and dramatic Cornwall & thinking about the impact of Wolfe, Hepworth, dementia,cancer, tourism, homelessness, loneliness, poverty & ageing on who we are and what we do.
"Well, we must wait for the future to show."

Silly #sophiefromromania forgot to post the link. She says please sign here: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...

I’m overwhelmed by the incredible reaction to my new t-shirts.
Thank you to everyone who has ordered so far.
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📣 Following an award from the Dementia Trust we are delighted to announce that South Wales based composer, David John Roche has agreed to compose the work for the Nantwen Ensemble. 🎶 🎻

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📣 We’re hiring!
The Dementia Trust is looking for a Marketing & Comms Contractor (Sept 2025–Feb 2026).
Join our mission-led charity to lead digital comms, run campaigns, and help launch our Impact Accelerator programme. Be part of shaping the future of dementia support.

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"One of the most rewarding aspects of serving as Chair of the Dementia Trust is the opportunity to sit alongside some truly remarkable people", @Dylanharper shares with us.

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Dementia Researcher Salon - Developing a Conference Abstract Dementia Researcher Salon - Developing a Conference Abstract

📣 Join us Wednesday at 8pm BST for our next Salon Webinar on the topic of Developing a Conference Abstract with Lucy Mackintosh, Sara Zsadanyi & Wasiu Balogun. Learn how to stand out and get noticed.

communities.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/c/events/dev...

PhD: Inflammation and Alzheimer’s Disease Oxford DPhil in Psychiatry: study neuroinflammation in dementia using large datasets, bioinformatics & machine learning with Dr Winchester & Prof Nevado-Holgado

🎓 Join the University of Oxford for a fully funded DPhil in Psychiatry, studying neuroinflammatory pathways in dementia using big data and AI. Supervised by @winchesterl.bsky.social & Prof Alejo Nevado-Holgado - Apply by 25th July

www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/job/phd-infl...

Your kindness gave so many of our carers a well-deserved break and the chance to enjoy a special experience. For many, it was a rare opportunity to relax, recharge, and form lasting memories.

We’re so grateful for your support, it really does make a difference.

#carersweek

108 organisations now support #GloriasLaw the legal right to a #CareSupporter - this is not about visiting, it is about us all having the legal right to that person who we want, with us at all times in any health/care setting. Thank you for signing up @ncfcareforum.bsky.social #RightsForResidents

Watch Ruth Lowe, our Head of Loneliness, talking on BBC Breakfast about how Age UK supports older people 👉 bit.ly/3HAT0YS

#LonelinessAwarenessWeek

Good evening all @carers-uk.bsky.social @carerstrust.bsky.social @dementiacommunity.bsky.social check out this great blog from one of our VCSE partners

Emily Kenward, CEO and founder at time to talk befriending shares why befriending matters for people living with dementia and how befriending can help overcome loneliness.

Read about overcoming loneliness: buff.ly/H7W33B6

@Marmalade Trust

To every one of our volunteers, thank you for the care and kindness you give so freely. Your time and effort makes a real difference to carers we support every single day.

Find out more about volunteering with us:

👉 https://www.carerssupport.org.uk/volunteer-with-us/

#VolunteersWeek

📣 Applications for the 2025 Disruption Awards are now OPEN! 🙌

What to do next ⤵

If you are ready to turn your ideas into practical change, alongside people living with dementia and their carers, tap the link below to apply!

Apply Now 👉 buff.ly/cbRvlo5

#DisruptionAwards2025

📣 The Dementia Trust Disruption Awards fuel bold, people‑first ideas that improve life with dementia today.

In less than 48 hrs, the 2025 Awards launch 🚀

We'll be hosting two 1hr online Q&A info sessions.

📅 The first session: 5 June 2025, 1 pm

Tap the link to sign up 👉 buff.ly/gRHsbdu

Thank you to @dementiatrust.bsky.social

And guys please promoted this grant fund and repost to your networks
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@carers-uk.bsky.social
@rohati.bsky.social
@carerstrusthofe.bsky.social

#dementia
#makingchangehappen

Dementia Friendly Outdoor Spaces | Oatridge Agricultural College in West Lothian | Dementia Trust Disruption Awards How we can make our outdoor spaces more inclusive for people living with dementia, including students at the college, outdoor access professionals and community path volunteers.

One past award, developed in partnership with @Paths for All at @SRUC focussed on:

This project shows us how we can make our outdoor spaces more inclusive and accessible for people living with dementia.

🎬 Check out the full short film about the project 👉 buff.ly/3UNZZ4L

Please get involved and support the launch of this grant programme from team @dementiatrust.bsky.social

#dementia #unpaidcarers

@dementiaresearcher.bsky.social @dementiacommunity.bsky.social
@alzheimerssoc.bsky.social

Please repost to your networks
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@carers-uk.bsky.social @carersscotland.bsky.social @carersweek.bsky.social @alzheimerssoc.bsky.social @dementiacommunity.bsky.social

Hello all please repost to your networks

📣 On Monday, the Dementia Trust launches the 2025 'Disruption Awards'.

"Small ideas can grow into something with purpose and impact thanks to a little support and a lot of heart 💜 That is what the Disruption Awards are all about.” - Dementia Trust Chair, Dylan Harper

Find out more buff.ly/kFhZo20

How do we reach beyond the Echo Chamber of good advice to those among us who are caring for somebody living with dementia?

👉 What can YOU do?

Our ask of you this month is to reach out to someone who is caring for someone with dementia and really listen to them.

Today is #WorldParkinsonsDay 💙

Approximately 153,000 people are currently living with Parkinson's in the UK.

We're supporting Parkinson's UK and all the Parkinsons organisations around the world for the work they do for those living with, or affected by Parkinson's. 🙏

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📸 Thank you to @andycatlin.com for permission to use the photography 🙏

The Tea Dance Concerts are delivered by the SCO in association with our friends at @alzscot.bsky.social 👏

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💡Impactful past projects: Dementia Friendly Outdoor Design 🚶‍♂️

Next month we're launching our 2025 'Disruption Awards programme.

We will be looking to fund new projects that are all designed to improve the quality of life for those living with dementia.

What does it mean to be an expert in rare dementias? 🧠

↳ Read our post and find out from @ucl.ac.uk Researcher Dr. Chris Hardy buff.ly/M7YNzQD