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Getting Frome talking – Local care home joins The Big Dementia Convers
A care home in Frome is calling on local people to take part in a national conversation to learn more about dementia.
On Friday 26th January, from 11am-12.30pm, Care UK’s Rossetti House, on Welshmill Lane, is inviting members of the community for a special event as part of The Big Dementia Conversation – a nationwide initiative designed to encourage people to talk about dementia, including some of the most difficult topics associated with the condition.
According to a recent survey, commissioned by Care UK, eight in ten adults believe dementia is still misunderstood, with 69 percent of the nation believing it’s a subject which is not talked about enough in society. Many people also admit finding the condition uncomfortable to discuss – something Care UK is hoping to change by launching The Big Dementia Conversation.
At Rossetti House, the team have been hard at work preparing for its Carers Café. Aimed at those caring for a loved one living with dementia, the event provides a safe space for those who have shared experiences to receive support and gain valuable insights and expertise from the team.
In addition to the event, the Frome community can also visit a newly launched online advice hub. The hub takes a closer look at some of the less-talked-about symptoms of dementia, with expert advice from Care UK’s dementia specialists, who have more than 40 years of experience providing care for people living with the condition.
Philip Vale, General Manager at Rossetti House, said: “Dementia affects millions of lives every year, not just those diagnosed but also their families and friends. We understand how difficult it can be navigating the changes that come when caring for a loved one living with dementia, and the many questions people have.
On Friday 26th January, from 11am-12.30pm, Care UK’s Rossetti House, on Welshmill Lane, is inviting members of the community for a special event as part of The Big Dementia Conversation – a nationwide initiative designed to encourage people to talk about dementia, including some of the most difficult topics associated with the condition.
According to a recent survey, commissioned by Care UK, eight in ten adults believe dementia is still misunderstood, with 69 percent of the nation believing it’s a subject which is not talked about enough in society. Many people also admit finding the condition uncomfortable to discuss – something Care UK is hoping to change by launching The Big Dementia Conversation.
At Rossetti House, the team have been hard at work preparing for its Carers Café. Aimed at those caring for a loved one living with dementia, the event provides a safe space for those who have shared experiences to receive support and gain valuable insights and expertise from the team.
In addition to the event, the Frome community can also visit a newly launched online advice hub. The hub takes a closer look at some of the less-talked-about symptoms of dementia, with expert advice from Care UK’s dementia specialists, who have more than 40 years of experience providing care for people living with the condition.
Philip Vale, General Manager at Rossetti House, said: “Dementia affects millions of lives every year, not just those diagnosed but also their families and friends. We understand how difficult it can be navigating the changes that come when caring for a loved one living with dementia, and the many questions people have.
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Welshmill Ln, Frome, Somerset BA11 2AA
Fri 26 January