PENELOPE DITU
Durban, South Afrika
Overview
Penelope Ditu is a community member and advocate based in Durban, South Africa. She is living with dementia and is sharing her experience to help others better understand what it is like to live with the condition and to challenge common misconceptions.
Experience
“Receiving a diagnosis of dementia changed my life, but it did not change who I am. I still have a voice, and I
still want to be part of my community.”
Penelope reflects on the emotional impact of receiving a diagnosis, the importance of family and community
support, and her determination to continue living with purpose.
Themes
- Living well with dementia
- Identity and self-advocacy
- Family and community support
- Raising awareness and reducing stigma