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Radio Leeds,3 mins

Mum's just had her birthday, but no longer remembers the date or why it's special

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Mum turned 84 on April 23rd. Her dementia means that she no longer remembers the date or why it's special. Andrew's upset because he can't visit to share the day with her, but he did telephone - while a carer was there - and speak to her. Mum and Me: The Dementia Diary was originally broadcast on BBC Radio Leeds.

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