14 | Dementia Innovators Programme Tackling Dementia Through Innovation: A New Partnership “Alzheimer’s Society is proud to partner with the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme in its first collaboration with a health charity - uniting clinical insight with innovation to tackle the UK’s biggest killer. Dementia affects one in three people, with over one million A&E visits last year alone. As one in six hospital beds is occupied by someone with dementia, the need for change is urgent. This partnership will support healthcare professionals to develop solutions that improve diagnosis, access to treatment, and care. With the first disease-modifying treatments emerging and new technologies offering hope for independent living, the time for innovation is now. The Dementia Innovators Programme will empower entrepreneurs to create products designed specifically for people living with dementia—helping them stay at home longer, supported by smart, scalable solutions. Together, we aim to reduce the £42 billion annual cost of dementia and improve lives across the UK.” www.alzheimers.org.uk X: @alzheimerssoc Instagram: /alzheimerssoc/ Venture Studios Crisis Changing Lives at Crisis “We’re delighted to be entering the fourth year of our partnership with the Clinical Entrepreneur Programme. From February 2022, where Changing Lives entrepreneurs were the first group of people from outside the NHS to enrol on the programme, our collaboration has continued to grow in impact and ambition. Now, ten of our entrepreneurs have successfully joined the CEP, gaining access to innovative learning, meaningful opportunities, and a dynamic network of fellow Clinical Entrepreneurs. The programme helps dismantle barriers that too often prevent people with lived experience of homelessness from pursuing entrepreneurship and turning their ideas into reality. At Crisis, this work is central to our mission. It empowers our participants to explore new pathways, grow their businesses, and realise their potential - with dignity and pride.” Liz Choonara Executive Director of Commerce and Enterprise, Crisis www.crisis.org.uk/ending-homelessness/ changing-lives-grant-programme/ X: @Crisis_uk
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