News 143 new graduates from specialist dementia training programmes Another 98 Dementia Champions and 45 Dementia Specialist Improvement Leads (DSIL) will graduate from specialist dementia training programmes.
News Dementia Dog Duo Ready to Start Work The Dementia Dog Project is looking to match and place two fully trained dementia assistance dogs in central Scotland. The talented Labrador duo, Lenny and Hope, are now ready to find their forever homes and help support people living with dementia and th
News Volunteers wanted for 24h Freephone Dementia Helpline Since 1989, our Helpline has supported thousands of people with dementia, their partners, family and friends. We're now looking for dedicated and compassionate volunteers who can commit to at least one regular shift per week on the Helpline.
News Life on Alzheimer Scotland’s 24 hour Helpline Our Helpline is staffed entirely by a team of trained and highly skilled volunteer call handlers. Their dedication and loyalty are remarkable. For Volunteer's Week, one of our handlers shares her story.
News Brain Awareness Week - Kaye's story This week is Brain Awareness Week and we challenge you to think about what you could do to protect your brain health. Here, Kaye Nicolson shares what brain health means to her.
News Ten years of tail-wagging innovation 2023 marks a special 10-year milestone since the start of the Dementia Dog project, when the world’s first ever dementia assistance dog was placed with a family in Arbroath. This is therefore an opportune time to reflect on how one inspirational idea has translated into a life changing service for families in Scotland living with dementia.
News Isabel conquers Kilimanjaro from home Our own Sponsored Event Fundraiser and helpline volunteer, Isabel Quinn is conquering the mighty Kilimanjaro from home.
News Alan back in the saddle to finish USA fundraising cycle Alan Corsie is determined to finish his coast-to-coast cycle across America for Alzheimer Scotland
News Committed couple Alzheimer Scotland's 24 hour Freephone Dementia Helpline is staffed by our incredible volunteers.