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We need to think carefully about the words we use to describe dementia. To choose words that are accurate, balanced and respectful. People with dementia, via the DEEP network, have launched a Call to Action through the Dementia Action Alliance. Visit www.dementiaaction.org.uk/dementiawords Please don’t describe me as a ‘burden’! I’m a person living with dementia Chris Roberts

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We need to think carefully about the words we use to describe dementia. To choose words that are accurate, balanced and respectful.

People with dementia, via the DEEP network, have launched a Call to Action through the Dementia Action Alliance. Visit www.dementiaaction.org.uk/dementiawords

Please don’t describe me as a ‘burden’!

I’m a person living with dementia

Chris Roberts

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