Stories
Hearing stories of other LGBTQ people’s experiences of living with dementia and Alzheimer’s reminds us that we’re not alone. Read some of the inspiring stories and messages of people from all around the UK, including Granny Smyth herself.
Thank you to everyone who has contributed a story. If you’re happy to tell us all about yourselves and your varied experiences over on our Facebook page, then we will be happy to listen and to do the rest.
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Hearing stories of other LGBTQ people’s experiences of living with dementia and Alzheimer’s reminds us that we’re not alone. Share your inspiring stories and messages to people from all around the UK to help and support each other.
Molly's Story
As Granny is asking you all to send in your experiences and pictures of your loved ones, I thought it only fair that I would introduce you to Granny’s mother who was the inspiration behind the formation of the group.
Dianna and Elizabeth Anne’s Story
My name is Dianna and I’m from Preston I’m in my late 70.s and I’m caring for my partner Elizabeth Anne.
Donald and Eric’s Story
My name is Donald from Aberdeen I’m caring for my partner Eric, who spent many years working on the rigs.
Jack’s Story
Hi to everybody in the group my name is Jack, and I was born in Carlisle near a place called Carleton not too far from the Garlands Hospital which some of you may know but my dad got work in Kendal, so we moved their when I was 5.
Janice’s Story
My name is Janice and I live in the Wirral and my son Michael who is only 37 has just been diagnosed with early-onset Dementia.
Jimmy and Peter’s Story
My name is Jimmy and I met my partner Peter in the armed forces when on a tour abroad.
Rose’s Story
Rose here from Glasgow I’m only 39 and I’m caring for my bisexual partner, Alan, who is 51.
The Adorable Jean’s Story
My nephew is typing this for me due to my arthritis, I’m Jean and I am 92 yrs young and I’m still reasonably fit apart from a my arthritis.
David’s Story
Hi my name is David and I’m from Exeter caring for my partner Peter and we’ve been together for 36 yrs and never thought that we would end up in this situation and certainly didn’t realise how difficult it can be.
