"We Dont Talk About This" – Scott Mitchell on Dementia Signs plus Geoff Thomas Leukaemia Journey

Scott Mitchell opens up about his journey with Dame Barbara Windsor, sharing personal insights into their life together and the courageous moment they went public about her Alzheimer’s. As the face of the "Dame Barbara Windsor Dementia Mission" and an Ambassador for Alzheimer's Research UK, Scott provides essential advice on recognising memory concerns and supporting loved ones through a dementia diagnosis.

Plus, meet former Crystal Palace captain Geoff Thomas, who defied a leukaemia diagnosis that left him just three months to live. Hear his inspiring journey from football legend to advocate, raising millions through The Geoff Thomas Foundation and winning the BBC Sports Personality of the Year, Helen Rollason Award.

This episode also dives into the latest research on ageing and shares tips on living a long, resilient, and healthy life.

👉 Help and advice on dementia https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/
👉 Blood cancer Support: https://www.cureleukaemia.co.uk/

For more information or to contact the show, https://www.drhilaryjones.com/


Chapters

0:00 - Intro
0:57 - What to Expect in This Episode
2:56 - Insights on Ageing and Health
6:39 - Geoff Thomas on Surviving Leukaemia and Giving Back
29:12 - Scott Mitchell: Life, Love & Dementia with Dame Barbara
1:04:52 - Closing Thoughts and Helpful Resources