LGBTQ+ | Alzheimer's Society

The impact of decades of homophobia on a person’s experience of dementia

After caring for his late partner, Neil Cutler is determined to improve support for other LGBTQ+ people affected by dementia.

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Getting support as an LGBTQ+ person with dementia

As your dementia progresses you will need more support to be able to live well. Read about how to get the help you need.

Memory problems and reminiscence as an LGBTQ+ person with dementia

Memory problems are common in dementia. If you identify as LGBTQ+, they may cause particular difficulties.

LGBTQ+: Living with dementia

If you are LGBTQ+ and have dementia, these pages are for you. They have information and advice about how to live well with dementia.

Supporting an LGBTQ+ person with dementia – useful organisations

Find other useful organisations and resources to help support an LGBTQ+ person living with dementia.

Helping an LGBTQ+ person with dementia with decisions about care

Advice and practical tips for supporting an LGBTQ+ person living with dementia to make plans for their future, including accessing care and appointing someone to make decisions.

Expressing identity or orientation for LGBTQ+ people with dementia

Advice and practical tips for enabling an LGBT+ person with dementia to express their identity or orientation.

Memory problems LGBTQ+ people with dementia may experience

Advice and practical tips for supporting an LGBTQ+ person with dementia who is experiencing memory problems.

Supporting an LGBTQ+ person with dementia

Advice and practical tips for supporting an LGBTQ+ person living with dementia.

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Being in a same-sex relationship with a person with dementia

Caring for someone with dementia is tough enough, and same-sex couples can face additional obstacles. Rachael shares her experiences of being a former carer, and the importance of gay relationships being accepted without prejudice.