Chris Roberts, Vice-chairperson of the European Working Group of People with Dementia (EWGPWD), has received a “Continued contribution award” at the People Awards, which are held annually by the Alzheimer’s Society (UK). The People Awards celebrate outstanding contributions by people working with and for people with dementia and Mr Roberts received his in recognition of his advocacy work for people affected by dementia. This year’s awards ceremony was hosted by the Alzheimer’s Society’s Royal Patron, Her Royal Highness Princess Alexandra, the Hon. Lady Ogilvy, at St. James’ Palace, London, on 25 May.
Chris Roberts is from Wales. He was diagnosed with mixed dementia (Alzheimer’s type and vascular dementia) in early 2012 but has not let this diagnosis get in the way of leading a full life. Much of his time is spent providing education about dementia and advocating for the rights of people with dementia, as well as campaigning for better services. Mr Roberts has been an ambassador for the Alzheimer’s Society since 2014 and has been Vice-chairperson of the EWGPWD since 2016. Alzheimer Europe would like to congratulate Mr Roberts on his well-deserved award and thank him for all the hard work he does, both at national and European level.
Pictured: Chris Roberts and HRH Princess Alexandra at the People Awards 2019
