Age UK Medway releases charity single "Martha"

We are extremely excited to have worked together with local musician Dennis Potter and writer Sue Plummer to produce an original charitable single. The song is about a lady called Martha who lives with dementia, but the memories she has and the love her family hold for her are still very real. With all original artwork by local artist and musician James Doyle, we are hoping that we can raise awareness of dementia, and raise funds towards for the vital services that we provide in the area.

Age UK Medway CEO John Norley commented “it’s such a fantastic opportunity to work with Sue and Dennis to bring a song to life that really speaks to the work we do with older people living with dementia, their carers and loved ones. We always try to remind ourselves that the person living with dementia is still very much there, just below the surface, with a lifetime of experiences and memories, and the work we do often gives us momentary glimpses into that person’s life. The song just captures that perfectly, and really tugs at the heart strings. It helps us sum up the insight we gain through the privilege of working with our beneficiaries, I really hope that everyone who hears it, gets that connection, and continues to support our work locally.”

We plan to officially launch the track for Dementia Awareness Week on the 20th-26th May 2019, and also continuing throughout the annual Salute to the 40’s event at Chatham Historic Dockyard later this year.

To hear a sample, please click below!

If you'd like to purchase a CD, please contact us on 01634 572616 or email annastansell@ageukmedway.org.uk