Guilt has a way of turning up uninvited when you’re caring for someone living with dementia — after losing patience, after resting, after simply being human. A reflection on where that guilt comes from, and why self-compassion isn’t something you have to earn.
A simple question from a carer sparked a user-led idea. Discover how people living with dementia and carers helped Young At Heart create discreet communication cards designed to make everyday situations a little easier.
For the days you wonder if you’re really as strong as everyone thinks you are — a reflection on resilience, burnout, and why caring for someone else doesn’t mean you stop needing strength for yourself too.
MAC Clinical Research joined us to talk about taking part in clinical trials close to home. We explore what clinical research involves, the current Alzheimer’s study looking at psychosis, how the process works from registering to screening, the health checks offered to everyone, and the transport, meals and compensation provided for participants and their carers.
What does end of life care really involve? Following an open question-and-answer session with Teesside Hospice, we explore Advance Care Planning, DNACPR decisions, recognising the signs that someone may be approaching the end of life, hospice support, anticipatory grief, and the practical advice carers found most helpful.
A year ago, during Carers Week 2025, we launched a free weekly meditation podcast for carers — for the quiet moments, the early hours, and the times when you just need somewhere to breathe. Fifty-five episodes later, here’s what we’ve learned.
At a recent Young at Heart ULO carers’ talk, we explored the realities of care at home, including what support can look like, how families begin the search for help, and the difficult questions many carers face around continuity, affordability and changing needs.
Being named a finalist in the UK Dementia Awards 2026 is a moment of genuine pride — and one of reflection. This recognition belongs to everyone who has been part of the Young At Heart community.
We are supporting a Teesside University research study exploring how family carers of people living with dementia cope with their role. If you are currently providing care, your experience could help shape future support and services.
A practical and engaging Carer Talk with Co-op Estate Planning exploring wills, care costs, inheritance tax, and how to protect what matters most for the future.