In June, more than 23,000 people dusted off their baking bowls and whipped out their whisks to unite against dementia for Alzheimer’s Society’s Cupcake Day.
I’m delighted to say we’ve already raised more than £1million and that figure continues to grow by the day. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the families, friends and colleagues who baked and bought cupcakes
to raise awareness of dementia and bring together communities to support people living with the condition.
In Herefordshire and Worcestershire it is estimated that 21,900 people over-65 are living with dementia and 850,000 are affected UK-wide.
Dementia is set to be the 21st century’s biggest killer and could affect us all. Every pound raised through Cupcake Day will help Alzheimer’s Society provide vital information and support, campaign for improved care, fund research
and create lasting change for people affected by the condition.
You can find out more and sign up for Cupcake Day in 2018 by visiting
www.cupcakeday.org.uk
Alzheimer's Society, The Glebe Centre, Glebe Street, Wellington, TF1 1JP
Paul Hollywood, Alzheimer’s Society supporter
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