Purple Angel
Dementia Awareness - Globally
For support when newly diagnosed and what questions to ask.
Download our Dementia booklet for help and support. Written by our founder Norman McNamara.
Support & Spend
Did you know that whenever you buy anything online – from your weekly shop to your annual holiday – you could be raising free donations for The Purple Angel with easyfundraising?
There are over 4,000 shops and sites on board ready to make a donation. From eBay to M&S and it won’t cost you a penny extra!
- Go to the Purple Angel page
- Every time you shop online, go to easyfundraising first to find the site you want and start shopping.
- After you’ve checked out, the retailer will make a donation
Dementia: From The Heart
Listen to our founder Norman McNamara speak from the heart about his experience with Dementia and the best ways to support a loved one with early diagnosis.
Living With Dementia
With the right support, individuals with dementia can continue to lead fulfilling lives. Engaging in activities like walking, puzzles, and socialising, along with managing stress and maintaining routines, fosters well-being and independence.
Understanding Dementia
Recognising the signs of dementia—such as confusion, repetitive behaviour, and spatial disorientation—is crucial for timely support. Simple adjustments in daily interactions can make a significant difference in the lives of those affected.
What Is Dementia
Dementia encompasses a range of symptoms affecting memory, communication, and reasoning, often due to conditions like Alzheimer’s disease or vascular issues. While there is no cure, early diagnosis and support can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
What Is Dementia
Understanding Dementia
Living With Dementia
Symbol Of Hope
Dementia is a progressive brain disease that causes severe emotional and mental deterioration, ultimately leading to death. It affects both the elderly and those with young-onset dementia, making it difficult for families to come to terms with. As brain neurons die, mental processes are altered, leading to memory loss, personality changes, disorientation, and impaired judgment, all of which impact daily life. Recognising the early stages is crucial to providing better support and care. Currently, over 44 million people worldwide are living with dementia.
Purple Angel advocates for the right of people with dementia to enjoy a good quality of life and remain engaged in their communities. By raising awareness, challenging negative attitudes, and spreading knowledge, we aim to reduce stigma, offer comfort, and work together globally toward a cure. While most forms of dementia eventually lead to end of life, greater understanding can help improve the lives of those affected.
About Us
The Purple Angel Dementia Campaign began in Devon, UK when Norman McNamara (diagnosed with dementia at 50yrs) launched the Torbay Dementia Action Alliance.
The purpose of the Purple Angel Dementia Campaign is to raise awareness, give hope to and empower people with dementia by giving out information on how shops, businesses and other services can support people who have these progressive diseases – both elderly and younger onset.
The symbol was designed by Norman McNamara of Devon UK together with Jane Moore, a carer from Cornwall and is becoming known as a global emblem which can be used by anyone who is voluntarily raising awareness of dementia.
The Purple Angel friends and ambassadors from all walks of life are at work in many UK towns and overseas, creating dementia friendly communities. We invite you to join in.
