New Zealand Woman’s Weekly

Removing stigma COOKING WITH DEMENTIA

Mark

Mark worked as a graphic designer, running his own business before being diagnosed with lewy body dementia and Parkinson’s disease at 61.

Despite the Parkinson’s induced tremors, Mark found his niche in the kitchen creating entrees. While on the series, he also formed a special bond with fellow volunteer Marilyn.

“The most important thing was the relationships we developed with the other members of the cast,” he shares.

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