Welcome to Talking Point - Alzheimer's Society's online forum.
Talking Point is an online support and discussion forum, for anyone affected by dementia. It's a place to ask for advice, share information, join in discussions and feel supported.
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A couple of weeks ago my husband decided to take up playing bowls again - which is great as I think it will help boost his confidence and get him out and about more. Unfortunately, due to financial strain, we'd had to knock the bowling on the head for quite a time - especially as it had meant him travelling the length and breadth of the country on a regular basis - not to mention all the socialising costs involved! Money is still tight, and we'll never afford for him to play on the ...