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Graeme Sutherland

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Graeme Sutherland
BornJune 25th 1991
Glasgow, Scotland
Occupation(s)TikTok Star, Social Media Influencer, Alzheimer's Advocate/Ambassador

Graeme Sutherland (born 1991) is a Scottish TikTok content creator and Alzheimer's awareness advocate. Known online as @graemefs, he has garnered significant attention for sharing heartfelt videos documenting his mother Linda's battle with Alzheimer's disease, diagnosed at early onset at just 59 years of age. His content sheds light on the realities of living with dementia and aims to challenge stereotypes surrounding the condition.

Early Life

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Sutherland was raised in Erskine, Scotland. He has a twin sister, Kirstin, who works as an NHS nurse. Their mother, Linda, was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in her late fifties, following years of misdiagnoses that attributed her symptoms to severe depression. This was largely due to the passing of her husband Ronald Sutherland, who battled a sudden and short diagnosis of a brain tumour . The siblings became their mother's primary caregivers, balancing this responsibility alongside full-time employment.

TikTok Journey

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Sutherland began posting videos on TikTok during the COVID-19 lockdowns as a way to raise awareness about Alzheimer's. His posts range from joyful moments, such as Linda singing and dancing, to challenging scenes depicting the effects of the disease, including memory loss and vision impairment. One viral video of Linda recognizing her late husband's name received over 2 million views. As of 2024, Graeme has amassed a following of nearly half a million across social platforms.

Social media

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Sutherland has used social media to amass around 600 thousand followers from around the world. Known for his TikTok, Sutherland uses Instagram and facebook to connect with his audience. This has led to huge amount of fundraising and helping others through similar situations.

Advocacy Work

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In addition to his TikTok content, Graeme serves as a social media ambassador for Alzheimer Scotland. He has participated in campaigns like Scotland's Memory Walk and fundraising initiatives, including a charity skydive and walking the west highland way. His efforts have been praised for sparking important conversations about dementia, providing support to caregivers globally and challenging the stereotypes around the disease.

Media Coverage

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Graeme has been featured on several television programs and news segments, most notably ITVs This Morning and STV news in which he shares why he began documenting the journey. Graeme has been featured in several news outlets, including The Glasgow Times and Blethered podcast, where he shared his family's journey and the challenges of navigating life with Alzheimer's. He emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and reducing stigma surrounding the condition. Amongst the many media avenues Graeme has taken he has also been on numerous radio shows to discuss Alzheimer’s related topics.

Recognition

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Graeme's contributions to raising Alzheimer's awareness have been celebrated by viewers worldwide, particularly for his compassionate and humorous approach to addressing a sensitive topic. His work continues to inspire conversations about caregiving, dementia education, and mental health.

References

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  • "Graeme Sutherland's TikTok Profile". TikTok. Retrieved 2023-11-25.
  • "ITVs This Morning interview". ITV. Retrieved 2023-11-25.
  • "Glasgow Times Coverage". The Glasgow Times. Retrieved 2023-11-25.
  • "STV news featured topic". STV news. Retrieved 2023-11-25.
  • "Blethered Podcast" (Podcast).
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