Having seen the effect personally with friends and family, it is hard to see someone lose their character and identity, it is also heartbraking to see the people round them trying to cope with the change.

Its not just old people that can get affected by this it can start much younger. Alzheimer’s Society is transforming the landscape of dementia forever.Until the day we find a cure, we will create a society where those affected by dementia are supported and accepted, able to live in their community without fear or prejudice.