Valerie’s story: why I’m passionate about changing attitudes

From volunteering to fundraising to raising awareness about Dementia Friends, Valerie the winner of our United Against Dementia – Outstanding Contribution 2017 Award, has gone above and beyond to raise awareness about dementia and change attitudes in her local town. Find out more about her achievements and how you can get involved to help change perceptions too.

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