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UK Health Radio Podcast
121: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 121
121: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 121
121: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 121
Friday 23rd May 2025
Explore dementia care with Natasha Wilson as she shares how Dementia Dreammakers creates joyful experiences for those living with dementia.
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Episode Overview
- Dementia Dreammakers aims to fulfil dreams for those living with dementia.
- Stigma often limits expectations for people diagnosed with dementia.
- Creating joyful experiences can improve quality of life despite dementia.
- Fundraising is crucial but challenging for non-profit organisations.
- Humour can be a powerful tool in dementia care and advocacy.
If you don't ask, you don't get - that's just part of my DNA.
Dive into the world of dementia with Pete Hill on the 'D' Word podcast, where serious discussions meet a sprinkle of Yorkshire humour. This episode introduces Natasha Wilson, the driving force behind Dementia Dreammakers, a charity based in Sheffield that's all about turning dreams into reality for those living with dementia. Natasha passionately challenges the stigma that often accompanies a dementia diagnosis, advocating for a life full of possibilities and joy despite the condition.
Her organisation is dedicated to creating memorable experiences for individuals, from meeting rock stars to enjoying simple pleasures like fishing trips. Natasha shares her personal connection to dementia, recounting childhood memories of her great-grandfather and how these experiences fuelled her dedication to improving dementia care. You'll hear about the unique challenges faced in fundraising and the creative ways Dementia Dreammakers overcomes them, including ice bath challenges and horse races named after the charity.
The episode is a heartfelt reminder that laughter and joy are vital components of life, even in the face of dementia. If you're looking for inspiration on how to bring light and happiness into someone's life despite adversity, this conversation will leave you with plenty to ponder.