Damian Murphy
@elhijodevera.bsky.social
Co director Innovations in Dementia CIC. Liverpool fan.
#GettingAlong relationships in dementia
#AGoodLifeWithDementia post diagnostic courses FOR ppl w dementia created and delivered BY ppl w dementia. It feels nice over here! All views my own
#GettingAlong relationships in dementia
#AGoodLifeWithDementia post diagnostic courses FOR ppl w dementia created and delivered BY ppl w dementia. It feels nice over here! All views my own
Another #agoodlifewithdementia course concludes this week. Designed and delivered BY people with dementia FOR people with dementia in the rural coastal community of Withernsea . So many champagne moments as ever. Now leading to a new DEEP group shaping local services @innov-dementia.bsky.social
April 14, 2026 at 12:06 PM
Another #agoodlifewithdementia course concludes this week. Designed and delivered BY people with dementia FOR people with dementia in the rural coastal community of Withernsea . So many champagne moments as ever. Now leading to a new DEEP group shaping local services @innov-dementia.bsky.social
Fixing what's broken in our community shouldn't be maddening. All 16 frustrations in our Municipal Madness bracket are getting fixed — but you get to vote for which one I handle myself. Pick your fix at nyc.gov/madness, and report new problems by calling 311.
March 30, 2026 at 9:04 PM
Name the date!
Getting ready for our next team meeting! #Buckfast @steveemilton.bsky.social @elhijodevera.bsky.social
Our @steveemilton.bsky.social was delighted to host a panel of 7 people with #dementia at @rowcrofthospice.bsky.social annual dementia and palliative care conference. They discussed challenges and opportunities of living one's "best life with dementia'. And received the best conference gift!
March 30, 2026 at 8:58 PM
Name the date!
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Getting ready for our next team meeting! #Buckfast @steveemilton.bsky.social @elhijodevera.bsky.social
Our @steveemilton.bsky.social was delighted to host a panel of 7 people with #dementia at @rowcrofthospice.bsky.social annual dementia and palliative care conference. They discussed challenges and opportunities of living one's "best life with dementia'. And received the best conference gift!
March 26, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Getting ready for our next team meeting! #Buckfast @steveemilton.bsky.social @elhijodevera.bsky.social
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Here's an interesting taking part opportunity.
Gemma's wants to know:
What helps you feel comfortable (or puts you off) joining in research and Which creative approaches feel helpful
www.dementiavoices.org.uk/deep-groups-... have a chat with Gemma or a discussion in your DEEP group!
Gemma's wants to know:
What helps you feel comfortable (or puts you off) joining in research and Which creative approaches feel helpful
www.dementiavoices.org.uk/deep-groups-... have a chat with Gemma or a discussion in your DEEP group!
Your help needed to shape a proposal on making research more accessible to people with dementia - DEEP
Dear all, here's a message from the Gemma Willingham-Storr I’m getting in touch to invite people with lived experience of dementia and carers who would like to share their views to help shape a new re...
www.dementiavoices.org.uk
January 26, 2026 at 2:51 PM
Here's an interesting taking part opportunity.
Gemma's wants to know:
What helps you feel comfortable (or puts you off) joining in research and Which creative approaches feel helpful
www.dementiavoices.org.uk/deep-groups-... have a chat with Gemma or a discussion in your DEEP group!
Gemma's wants to know:
What helps you feel comfortable (or puts you off) joining in research and Which creative approaches feel helpful
www.dementiavoices.org.uk/deep-groups-... have a chat with Gemma or a discussion in your DEEP group!
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The classy move would have been to give Machado the FIFA Peace Prize in return.
January 16, 2026 at 11:07 AM
The classy move would have been to give Machado the FIFA Peace Prize in return.
www.facebook.com/share/v/1Aaj... was great to be involved in facilitating these conversations. Brilliant contributions from people living with dementia with plenty to say. @innovationsindementia
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January 16, 2026 at 12:07 AM
www.facebook.com/share/v/1Aaj... was great to be involved in facilitating these conversations. Brilliant contributions from people living with dementia with plenty to say. @innovationsindementia
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January 16, 2026 at 12:06 AM
www.facebook.com/share/v/1Aaj... was great to be involved in facilitating these conversations. Brilliant contributions from people living with dementia with plenty to say. @innovationsindementia
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Good writing for people with dementia is good writing for everyone. the accessible writing guide is a brilliant resource
www.innovationsindementia.org.uk/wp-content/u...
www.innovationsindementia.org.uk/wp-content/u...
March 18, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Good writing for people with dementia is good writing for everyone. the accessible writing guide is a brilliant resource
www.innovationsindementia.org.uk/wp-content/u...
www.innovationsindementia.org.uk/wp-content/u...
And no one should go unless to Mexico or Canada.
Years ago I’d said to my son “We should go the World Cup”…That’s definitely off the table for us, but looks like no one is going.
The Trump administration will stop processing tourist visas for citizens of one third of the world’s countries.
January 15, 2026 at 11:42 PM
And no one should go unless to Mexico or Canada.
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Clear communication matters when working with people with dementia as research partners. This short video and guidance from @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social & @innov-dementia.bsky.social shares practical tips shaped by lived experience.
www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/lets-talk-de...
www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/lets-talk-de...
Let’s Talk Dementia – Supporting communication in research partnerships - DEMENTIA RESEARCHER
Clear guidance and a short video on supporting communication when people with dementia work as research partners. Practical tips from lived experience.
www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk
January 15, 2026 at 9:28 PM
Clear communication matters when working with people with dementia as research partners. This short video and guidance from @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social & @innov-dementia.bsky.social shares practical tips shaped by lived experience.
www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/lets-talk-de...
www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/lets-talk-de...
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Neil Coyle MP has written a brutal takedown letter to Nigel Farage for his breach of parliamentary protocol, because Farage visited Coyle's London constituency without notifying him. 10/10 no notes.
(H/T @simonpegg.bsky.social)
(H/T @simonpegg.bsky.social)
January 14, 2026 at 6:34 PM
Neil Coyle MP has written a brutal takedown letter to Nigel Farage for his breach of parliamentary protocol, because Farage visited Coyle's London constituency without notifying him. 10/10 no notes.
(H/T @simonpegg.bsky.social)
(H/T @simonpegg.bsky.social)
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In honour of our 400th follower today @librariesconnected.bsky.social here is a fantastic bit of work we were proud to be involved with @readingagency.bsky.social Books and resources around living with #dementia available free at your local #library readingagency.org.uk/get-reading/...
January 15, 2026 at 11:13 AM
In honour of our 400th follower today @librariesconnected.bsky.social here is a fantastic bit of work we were proud to be involved with @readingagency.bsky.social Books and resources around living with #dementia available free at your local #library readingagency.org.uk/get-reading/...
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Our latest blog!
www.innovationsindementia.org.uk/2025/11/you-...
@nihrarcs.bsky.social @ageingbetter.bsky.social @dementiacommunity.bsky.social @whoseshoes.bsky.social @ukdri.ac.uk @loreleiking.bsky.social @tlap.bsky.social @ianmccreath.bsky.social @zenaaldridge.bsky.social
www.innovationsindementia.org.uk/2025/11/you-...
@nihrarcs.bsky.social @ageingbetter.bsky.social @dementiacommunity.bsky.social @whoseshoes.bsky.social @ukdri.ac.uk @loreleiking.bsky.social @tlap.bsky.social @ianmccreath.bsky.social @zenaaldridge.bsky.social
You won't find this in the dictionary | Innovations in Dementia
At Innovations in Dementia, we have recently helped facilitate another post-diagnostic 'A Good Life With Dementia' course in Carmarthenshire, West Wales. A Good Life With Dementia a course FOR people ...
www.innovationsindementia.org.uk
November 13, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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Do give my organisation a follow if you are interested in creative and positive #dementia work. We moved to BlueSky and have found it difficult to build our profile in this space. @innov-dementia.bsky.social
A warm #Bluesky welcome to @imcmillan.bsky.social who we have loved working with over the years. Perfect time to remember the #Unfurlings -banners for hope & change created by people with #dementia View them all here theunfurlings.org.uk - & we have the 'real' versions awaiting a next exhibition...
January 14, 2026 at 11:10 AM
Do give my organisation a follow if you are interested in creative and positive #dementia work. We moved to BlueSky and have found it difficult to build our profile in this space. @innov-dementia.bsky.social
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Do you know any individual, team or organisation working in #dementia who make a difference to people with #dementia ? Nominations open for the UK Dementia Awards. Also you can become a co-operative member of @dementiacommunity.bsky.social for as little as £1 Full of dementia inspiration & knowledge
🏅Submit your nominations for the UK Dementia Awards 2026🏅
With 15 #awards to choose from, help us to celebrate the outstanding individuals, teams & organisations who truly make a difference for people with #dementia.
#Nominate for #UKDA2026 today ➡️ journalofdementiacare.co.uk/awards
With 15 #awards to choose from, help us to celebrate the outstanding individuals, teams & organisations who truly make a difference for people with #dementia.
#Nominate for #UKDA2026 today ➡️ journalofdementiacare.co.uk/awards
January 14, 2026 at 11:40 AM
Do you know any individual, team or organisation working in #dementia who make a difference to people with #dementia ? Nominations open for the UK Dementia Awards. Also you can become a co-operative member of @dementiacommunity.bsky.social for as little as £1 Full of dementia inspiration & knowledge
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Interested in brain health in relation to the experiences and impact for people who are from #LGBTQIA+ communities. @spindnetworkplus.bsky.social are hosting a day of exploration, knowledge building and connections. All information in the flyer shown. Register interest ASAP
January 14, 2026 at 11:51 AM
Interested in brain health in relation to the experiences and impact for people who are from #LGBTQIA+ communities. @spindnetworkplus.bsky.social are hosting a day of exploration, knowledge building and connections. All information in the flyer shown. Register interest ASAP
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We are delighted to announce Round 2 of our Flexible Fund will launch soon! Join us on Thursday, 22nd January at 12pm GMT for a live information and Q&A webinar led by our network leads Chris Fox and Georgina Charlesworth, and hosted by Dementia Researcher.
www.youtube.com/live/1F25Dnn...
www.youtube.com/live/1F25Dnn...
SPIN-D Flexible Funding Information + Q&A
This Livestream session will focus on sharing information on Round 2 of the SPIN D Flexible Funding call and will provide practical guidance for researchers considering an application.
The event will...
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January 14, 2026 at 1:56 PM
We are delighted to announce Round 2 of our Flexible Fund will launch soon! Join us on Thursday, 22nd January at 12pm GMT for a live information and Q&A webinar led by our network leads Chris Fox and Georgina Charlesworth, and hosted by Dementia Researcher.
www.youtube.com/live/1F25Dnn...
www.youtube.com/live/1F25Dnn...
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BRIDGES for Dementia Network+ Launch 5th Feb '26, in Sheffield. Brings together people with lived experience of dementia, researchers, designers & health professionals, to rethink how tech can help people with dementia live full, independent & connected lives.
www.tickettailor.com/events/bridg...
www.tickettailor.com/events/bridg...
Select tickets – BRIDGES for Dementia Network+ Launch – Inox, Level 5, Students' Union Building Durham Road, Sheffield
BRIDGES for Dementia Network+ Launch – Inox, Level 5, Students' Union Building Durham Road, Sheffield, Thu 5 Feb 2026 -
The BRIDGES for Dementia Network+ in funded by the Engineering and Physical...
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December 8, 2025 at 12:45 PM
BRIDGES for Dementia Network+ Launch 5th Feb '26, in Sheffield. Brings together people with lived experience of dementia, researchers, designers & health professionals, to rethink how tech can help people with dementia live full, independent & connected lives.
www.tickettailor.com/events/bridg...
www.tickettailor.com/events/bridg...
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@alzheimerssoc.bsky.social @alzheimersbrace.bsky.social @dementiacommunity.bsky.social @dementiaresearcher.bsky.social @dementiauk.bsky.social @ageuklondon.bsky.social do share this opportunity with relevant people
Interested in brain health in relation to the experiences and impact for people who are from #LGBTQIA+ communities. @spindnetworkplus.bsky.social are hosting a day of exploration, knowledge building and connections. All information in the flyer shown. Register interest ASAP
January 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM
@alzheimerssoc.bsky.social @alzheimersbrace.bsky.social @dementiacommunity.bsky.social @dementiaresearcher.bsky.social @dementiauk.bsky.social @ageuklondon.bsky.social do share this opportunity with relevant people
This is excellent news!
January 14, 2026 at 11:52 AM
This is excellent news!
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"The future can only look after itself…We hope people will accept us whether bright and breezy or feeling low. We ourselves all try to shine. If we share the love around, everyone feels safer - it's community. By helping others, I help myself' #Dementia #Wisdom via @innov-dementia.bsky.social
Our latest blog!
www.innovationsindementia.org.uk/2025/11/you-...
@nihrarcs.bsky.social @ageingbetter.bsky.social @dementiacommunity.bsky.social @whoseshoes.bsky.social @ukdri.ac.uk @loreleiking.bsky.social @tlap.bsky.social @ianmccreath.bsky.social @zenaaldridge.bsky.social
www.innovationsindementia.org.uk/2025/11/you-...
@nihrarcs.bsky.social @ageingbetter.bsky.social @dementiacommunity.bsky.social @whoseshoes.bsky.social @ukdri.ac.uk @loreleiking.bsky.social @tlap.bsky.social @ianmccreath.bsky.social @zenaaldridge.bsky.social
You won't find this in the dictionary | Innovations in Dementia
At Innovations in Dementia, we have recently helped facilitate another post-diagnostic 'A Good Life With Dementia' course in Carmarthenshire, West Wales. A Good Life With Dementia a course FOR people ...
www.innovationsindementia.org.uk
December 12, 2025 at 8:43 AM
"The future can only look after itself…We hope people will accept us whether bright and breezy or feeling low. We ourselves all try to shine. If we share the love around, everyone feels safer - it's community. By helping others, I help myself' #Dementia #Wisdom via @innov-dementia.bsky.social
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A 'must read' from @sgriffiths-6.bsky.social Communication skills for researchers to support people with dementia to be partners in research. Highly recommended 👇
Let’s Talk Dementia — co‑produced resources to help researchers adapt communication when involving people with dementia as partners in research.
Funded by @nihrspcr.bsky.social
Great work led by @sgriffiths-6.bsky.social and the PCPH team. Check the link below
www.ucl.ac.uk/population-h...
Funded by @nihrspcr.bsky.social
Great work led by @sgriffiths-6.bsky.social and the PCPH team. Check the link below
www.ucl.ac.uk/population-h...
Let’s Talk Dementia
Supporting communication in research partnerships involving people with dementia.
www.ucl.ac.uk
January 14, 2026 at 10:55 AM
A 'must read' from @sgriffiths-6.bsky.social Communication skills for researchers to support people with dementia to be partners in research. Highly recommended 👇
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A warm #Bluesky welcome to @imcmillan.bsky.social who we have loved working with over the years. Perfect time to remember the #Unfurlings -banners for hope & change created by people with #dementia View them all here theunfurlings.org.uk - & we have the 'real' versions awaiting a next exhibition...
January 14, 2026 at 11:01 AM
A warm #Bluesky welcome to @imcmillan.bsky.social who we have loved working with over the years. Perfect time to remember the #Unfurlings -banners for hope & change created by people with #dementia View them all here theunfurlings.org.uk - & we have the 'real' versions awaiting a next exhibition...