Your Story

You are not alone – here are some experiences of other carers – the Debenham Project aims to provide help and support to all carers.

Case Studies

These are real stories although anonymous. * Names and some details have been changed.

Case Study: Janet* and George*

Janet and George have lived in Debenham for 10 years. George was a freelance writer until his failing memory and physical problems made this increasingly difficult. By 2006 his memory problem was so severe that medical help was sought and his condition was diagnosed as early-stage dementia more

Case Study: John*, Ann*, Susan* Marjorie* and Sarah*

John with his wife Patricia run a business. His two sisters already lived in Debenham when, 18 months ago, he also moved into the village with their mother, Ann. Ann developed late-onset dementia four years ago more

Case Study: Harry*, Sally* and Steven*

Steven is in his early nineties. He lives alone in a bungalow . He was always known as a delightful gentleman, well known throughout Debenham. His son Harry and his daughter in law Sally live in a nearby village. About ten years ago Harry noticed that dad was beginning to feel unsure of himself more

Tell us your story

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All stories will be anonymous but we will contact you for permission to use your story on this page if we feel it is appropriate.