Brian Cox and Alzheimer’s Research UK Supporter Jordan Adams Share Their Experiences of Dementia in New Film
Actor Brian Cox, CBE, sat down with Jordan Adams, who is part of the ‘FTD Brothers’, for an emotional conversation that left a strong impression on Brian.
Jordan, 29, knows first-hand how devastating dementia can be, as his mum died from frontotemporal dementia at just 52. Jordan, and his brother Cian, both carry a rare inherited gene that means they will develop dementia symptoms in their 40s.
Both Brian and Jordan, Ambassadors of the charity, have come together for this moving film to support the Omaze Million Pound House Draw, Scotland. The partnership is raising funds to speed up the search for a cure.
Reflecting on his open conversation with Brian, Jordan said: “It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience sitting down with Brian and sharing my story with him, to support this fantastic campaign between Alzheimer’s Research UK and Omaze.
“Brian was very compassionate. As well as listening to my story, he also shared his own experience with dementia within his family, which just goes to show that anyone can be impacted by this devastating condition.”
“Sharing my story to raise awareness and support dementia research has opened up some incredible opportunities for me, like this one with Omaze.
“The money raised from this partnership will do so much to help ensure other families won’t be devastated by dementia like my family has been.”
The Omaze draw will fund the Alzheimer’s Research UK Drug Discovery team. This is a team of dedicated researchers who are working tirelessly to speed up the development of desperately needed dementia treatments and bring us closer to a cure.
Actor Brian Cox said: “I am full of admiration for Jordan. Not many people of his age would have the courage to accept their diagnosis the way he has. This has taken huge courage on his part and that is something one has to admire and have respect for.”
Alzheimer’s Research Chief Executive, Hilary Evans-Newton, said: “We are grateful to Brian Cox and Jordan Adams for supporting Alzheimer’s Research UK and for sharing their personal experiences.”
“We hope it inspires more open conversations about dementia and the need for research.”
“Right now, there are no treatments available on the NHS to slow, stop or prevent dementia. But the support of Omaze and everyone who takes part will help to speed up the search for new treatments, bringing us closer to a cure.”
