Exercise and Physical activities | Alzheimer's Society

Using interactive light technology to involve and stimulate people with dementia

We hear all about a project to develop and test new interactive games for people with dementia.

Getting started with exercise as a person with dementia

It is important to consider the age, abilities and type of dementia someone has, as well as their needs and preferences, when they undertake physical exercise.

Physical activity, movement and exercise for people with dementia

Leading a physically active lifestyle can have a significant impact on the wellbeing of people with dementia.

Charity duo unite against dementia in Everest adventure

Two Alzheimer’s Society colleagues will push themselves to the limit when they embark on one of the world’s greatest treks.

Olympian Ron Hill ready for biggest test of his life after dementia revelation

Running legend Ron Hill says he is ready to face 'the biggest challenge of my life' after revealing that he is now living with dementia.

Ruth Langsford unites with 3,000 people at Surrey Memory Walk

Strictly Come Dancing star Ruth Langsford took a break from the dancefloor to join 3,000 people who united against dementia at an Alzheimer’s Society Memory Walk.

New memories

01 October 2017

Keep moving

01 October 2017

Sir Geoff Hurst unites with Alzheimer’s Society at Memory Walk

England football legend Sir Geoff Hurst is joining forces with Alzheimer’s Society to tackle dementia in support of his fellow 1966 World Cup heroes who are living with the condition.

Comedy genius Terry Jones unites with 3,500 people at Memory Walk

Monty Python legend Terry Jones joined more than 3,500 people to unite against dementia at the London Memory Walk.

Davina McCall and family unite with Alzheimer’s Society to kick off Memory Walk

Davina McCall and family are joining forces with Alzheimer’s Society to tackle dementia after being inspired by her dad who is living with Alzheimer’s disease.

Garden variety

Research news in brief Summer 2017