Kerry Lyons
@kmljjj
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Deputy Head for Consultant Nurse Services and Health Inequalities Team - Dementia UK Privileged to be a nurse. All views expressed are my own.
Nationwide UK
Joined August 2013
I am delighted to share that this week I officially started in my new role as Deputy Head for the Consultant Admiral Nurses and Health Inequalities Team at Dementia UK. I am thrilled to be working alongside @KirstyDallison and our fantastic team of nurses 💫
“I look forward to offering families from Black, African and Caribbean communities a trusted space to access person-centred, culturally sensitive #dementia advice and support.” - Admiral Nurse Mutsai. Admiral Nurses Mutsai and Safia lead our Black, African and Caribbean
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In tonight’s episode of @itvcorrie, Bernie discovered that her friend Debbie, who is living with young onset vascular #dementia, has been writing herself sticky note reminders. 📝 Being well organised and using sticking labels or calendars can help a person with dementia to
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Melissa, our #ConsultantAdmiralNurse for Frailty and Physical Health, answers your questions...🗨️ For advice around #frailty and physical health, call our free #Helpline on 0800 888 6678. Share this post to help spread awareness! 💙
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Did you know that dementia often has an impact on people’s appetite and ability to eat and drink? 🍽️ This UK Malnutrition Awareness Week, we're sharing our top tips on how to help a person with #dementia to maintain a healthy diet. #UKMAW2025 @BAPENUK @MalnutritionTF
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"Men don't like talking about this." 🗣️ As part of #InternationalMensDay, we're sharing @TommyTommytee18 and @Swinno1976's candid conversation, where the two talk about their #dementia journeys. Watch the full video 👇 https://t.co/TnqNdENAP8
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Thank you to @MWheelerMP for meeting with us in Westminster. It was great to discuss the importance of improving hospital care for people with #dementia by increasing access to Admiral Nurses, as well as how we can work together to ensure that no one must face young onset
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We're delighted that our Consultant #AdmiralNurse service for Frailty and Physical Health has been shortlisted as a #finalist in @GBcareawards 2025! 🎉 Congratulations to the team! 💙 Learn more here: https://t.co/WAt3WUkyWr.
#TheGreatBritishCareAwards @kmljjj @grundy_mel
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Melissa, our #ConsultantAdmiralNurse for Frailty and Physical Health, answers your questions...🗨️ Share this post to help spread awareness and look out for part two, coming soon! 💙 For advice around #frailty and physical health, call our free #Helpline on 0800 888 6678.
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We know that many people receive little to no practical support after a #dementia diagnosis. 💙 Let's help change this together. If you live with dementia, or care for someone who does, what's the best practical tip you can share? 👇
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Did you know that #delirium is common in older people and those with #dementia? 💭 In this video, we explain what delirium is, the causes, signs to be aware of and how you can help. Read more here: https://t.co/EdZqquEasO
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Do you have a child aged 11–16 who helps care for someone with #dementia? 👇 Researchers at @HealthSC_Bangor invite #YoungDementiaCarers in England or Wales to take part in a study to help shape a national peer support program. 📧 Contact Jen Roberts for more information,
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Admiral Nurse @kmljjj spoke to @carehome_co_uk about #dementia and paranoia. 🧠 Find out about the signs and causes, and practical ways to support someone here:
carehome.co.uk
If you're wondering what is paranoia symptoms, what stage is paranoia in dementia and is it a sign of dementia, read this article.
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Always great to support @DementiaUK #Summerschool with our brilliant colleagues in the Dementia UK Academy - Thank you for the opportunity - a brilliant educational offer for Health and Social Care partners Brilliant @MaggieParryHug1 🫶🙌💫
Another great afternoon session where 200 attendees joined us @DementiaUK #SummerSchool for Admission Avoidance and Frailty @kmljjj and Diabetes in dementia session. So much learning. Every day's a school day!🤩🙏
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"The Nationwide clinic has had a lasting positive impact on me and I’m so grateful to the #AdmiralNurses and Nationwide." - Jane We're celebrating one year of our partnership with @AskNationwide's Fairer Futures, which has supported over 29,000 people affected by #dementia so
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Delighted to share the news that @DementiaUK Frailty and physical health Consultant Nurse service has been shortlisted for two Nursing Times Awards 💫
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Thank you @BlackCountryNHS for the invite as a speaker and panellist to todays dying well conference Excellent attendance and engagement 💫, and a great opportunity to share best practice #admissionavoidance
#managingfrailtyindementia
#AdvancedCarePlanning
@DementiaUK
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Great afternoon supporting the delivery of the RCNi Masterclass in Supporting Carers in your nursing setting #supportingbestpractice
#admiralnursing
@DementiaUK Great to be invited back as a speaker and panellist 💫
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Always great to catch up with Business Development colleagues @DementiaUK to explore opportunities and new ways of working A great morning to learn and collaborate 💫 #admiralnursing
#acuteadmiralnursing
#supportingbestpractice
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“It’s heartbreaking enough to hear that someone you love has just received a dementia diagnosis. But what I wasn’t expecting was the complete lack of follow-up and support afterward.” – Shara. This #DementiaActionWeek, ask your MP to attend a debate on dementia care this
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