Dementia NI was founded by five people living with a diagnosis of dementia on the 15th January 2015. Uniquely, the organisation is a small member led charity, formed to drive and bring about positive change for people living with dementia. As part of its new strategy, it has ambitious plans to grow and extend its reach and influence.
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Read Davie's story
The last thing anyone expects to be told at the age of 54 is that they have dementia. Sadly, this is becoming more common now a days as Davie McElhinney knows all too well. Davie who...
Before Allison's diagnosis in April 2017, she knew things were not right. She was making silly mistakes and not coping with every day tasks. She had been to her GP a few times, but still...
Frances started off in the first Dementia NI group in Antrim where she was one of the founder members. She was diagnosed with
Frontal Lobe Dementia in 2011.
John is a founder of Dementia NI. He spent his career as a fisherman and was diagnosed with dementia in his early 50s. Here are some of his thoughts on dementia and the role of Dementia...
Whilst working, a team from Dementia NI visited Tom's employer to raise awareness of dementia and to promote the organisation. He found the presentation inspiring as his wife Allison was...
Eamonn wanted to put something back into life particularly after retiring. He had time and wanted to find something meaningful to contribute and help to make a difference.
Davie: "Knowing I have the form in place makes me feel more confident and reassures my family"
Our Member and Trustee Davie McElhinney shares his experiences of disorientation and explains why the Herbert Protocol is an important step in ensuring people with dementia stay safe...
Martin: "The Herbert Protocol helps me stay independent; I'm 100% behind it"
Our Member Martin Murtagh tells us about a time when he became disorientated and found himself at Belfast City Airport, then explains the difference the Herbert Protocol has made to his...
Gerard: "It's been inspiring to work with the PSNI to bring the Herbert Protocol to NI"
Our Member Gerard Doran outlines how our members worked with the PSNI to bring the Herbert Protocol to Northern Ireland and explains why he thinks everyone who lives with dementia should...