Emmerdale actor Charley Webb has opened up about her mum Helen’s battle with early-onset dementia. The actress explained how the early signs showed up at home. And also, how the situation slowly became harder for the family to handle. Charley said the journey has been difficult from the start, and speaking about it has taken her time. Keep scrolling to know more.
Charley Talks About The First Signs And The Long Road
Charley first opened up about this part of her life back in 2023. Her mum had been diagnosed ten years ago. Charley began working very young. And her mum has handled many things for her. She even helped with her sister’s makeup academy. However, when her mum, Helen, began forgetting things, Charley was left unsettled.
Moreover, her mum had forgotten something important related to her finances. And at that point, she realised something was wrong. Later, it continued when her mum was confused about her own home. Nevertheless, people around her did not trust her words at that time. Meanwhile, Charley was expecting her son, Bowie.
She also shared that her mum had always been full of energy. She even used to stay up late with Charley’s friends. And watching her big personality fade was painful. Moreover, her mum used to avoid visiting the doctor. She was only 64 when everything began.
Doctors carried out tests for everything, even her thyroid, as early onset dementia was not in the plan. Besides a few other things, she also talked about how her mum was always so glamorous. And with hair and makeup always being perfect. And when she saw her decline, it felt something unbearable.
The Emotional Weight Emmerdale Actress Charley Still Carries
Moreover, the actress says that she still hasnt processed everything. She finds visiting her mum hard. And it’s because it never feels the same. Elsewhere, she feels she struggles more than her sister. Her sister always feels lighter after visiting. However, Charley has always left with a heavier heart.
She knows that by giving such statements, people might judge her for being honest. However, she wanted to say it anyway. And sometimes she does feel guilty and selfish. But it’s overwhelming to see someone decline. And many people hide how much it hurts. In fact, people keep asking about her mum’s health, which is difficult to answer.
She cannot say that things are improving. It’s because dementia doesn’t improve. And now she is finally opening up about it as she wants to help others. For more Emmerdale spoilers and updates, keep following Soap Opera Daily.