I'm taking part in the March Dog Walking Challenge to support families facing dementia. Dementia UK is the specialist dementia nurse charity. Our nurses, called Admiral Nurses, provide life-changing care to families affected by all forms of dementia, including Alzheimers disease. They help people with dementia stay independent for longer, and support the people caring for them so they have the strength to cope with the bad days, and the energy to enjoy the good days. They have the time to listen and the knowledge to solve problems, helping families take back control when they are struggling.

Together with my cousins Julie and Caroline - and our dogs - we will walk in memory of my Daddy and two aunts - all of whom suffered this dreadful disease. The challenge is apt because Patrick instilled in us a love of Labradors!