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Getting Bury St Edmunds talking – Local care homes join The Big Dement
Two care homes in Bury St Edmunds are calling on local people to take part in a national conversation to learn more about dementia.
On Thursday 25th January, from 10am-12pm, Care UK’s Davers Court, on Shakers Lane, and Glastonbury Court, on Glastonbury Road, are inviting members of the community to a special dementia café event as part of The Big Dementia Conversation – a nationwide initiative designed to encourage people to talk about dementia, including some of the more 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.
The dementia café, which will be held at Glastonbury Court, will be an opportunity for carers and families to connect with others over shared experiences and receive tailored advice from dementia experts. In addition to the café, there will also be a free ‘Let’s Talk About Dementia’ advice session, led by Senior Customer Relations Manager Angela Hodge, which will provide insight into some of the lesser-known signs and symptoms of dementia, as well as guidance on how families may support their loved ones after a diagnosis.
In addition to the event, the Bury St Edmunds 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.
Sophie Evans, Home Manager at Davers Court, said: “Here at Care UK, we strongly believe professional knowledge, insight and shared experiences can make a real difference.
On Thursday 25th January, from 10am-12pm, Care UK’s Davers Court, on Shakers Lane, and Glastonbury Court, on Glastonbury Road, are inviting members of the community to a special dementia café event as part of The Big Dementia Conversation – a nationwide initiative designed to encourage people to talk about dementia, including some of the more 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.
The dementia café, which will be held at Glastonbury Court, will be an opportunity for carers and families to connect with others over shared experiences and receive tailored advice from dementia experts. In addition to the café, there will also be a free ‘Let’s Talk About Dementia’ advice session, led by Senior Customer Relations Manager Angela Hodge, which will provide insight into some of the lesser-known signs and symptoms of dementia, as well as guidance on how families may support their loved ones after a diagnosis.
In addition to the event, the Bury St Edmunds 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.
Sophie Evans, Home Manager at Davers Court, said: “Here at Care UK, we strongly believe professional knowledge, insight and shared experiences can make a real difference.
FREE
Glastonbury Rd, Bury Saint Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 2EX
Thu 25 January