I held her hand, God Held Her Heart 💜
II’m taking part in this walking event in memory of my nan, who lived with dementia.
She was full of life and truly the heart of our family — the one everyone looked up to. Watching dementia take hold was incredibly difficult. Over time, the roles slowly reversed; she became the child, and I became the parent. That’s something I’ll carry with me forever.
Despite everything, she was an amazing grandmother and an even better great-gran. The memories and stories I have of her still make me smile every single day.
Dementia may have affected her brain, but God always had her heart and spirit — something the disease could never take away.
I’m raising money to support others affected by this condition and to help fund vital research and care.
If you can, please donate to my page. Every contribution, big or small, truly means so much — and yes, I’d love to make it onto that donation leaderboard too!
Thank you so much for your support ❤️
So far, Ellouise Simpson has helped fund 4 hours of essential lab time for our amazing scientists.
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Dementia, Black Women & Why I’m Walking
Saturday 25th AprDementia is something that’s very close to my heart. I’ve seen first-hand what it can do, and it’s one of the hardest things to watch — especially when it’s someone you love deeply.
In the UK, dementia affects women more than men, and research shows that Black communities — particularly Black women — are at a higher risk. This isn’t just about genetics. It’s linked to things like higher rates of high blood pressure and diabetes, as well as inequalities in healthcare and access to early support.
What many people don’t realise is that dementia doesn’t just “start” when symptoms appear. Changes in the brain can begin years — even decades — before. That’s why what we do in our day-to-day lives really matters.
As a dietitian, I always come back to the basics — and one of the most powerful things we can do is move more.
Walking is simple, free, and honestly underrated. It supports heart health, improves blood flow to the brain, helps with mood, and all of these things play a role in reducing dementia risk. You don’t need anything fancy — just getting out regularly and staying consistent can make a real difference.
That’s a big part of why I’m taking part in this walk. It’s not just about raising money, it’s about raising awareness and doing something positive in memory of my nan.
If you’d like to support me or find out more, you can visit my page here:
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Every bit of support means so much — not just to me, but to families going through this every day.
— Dietitian Ellouise 💜
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