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Let's Talk About Dementia in Kidderminster
On Tuesday 23rd January, from 2pm-4pm, Care UK’s Brook Court, on Oldnall Road, 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.
The ‘Let’s Talk About Dementia’ session at Brook Court will be led by the home’s Dementia Champion and Unit Manager, Beckie Archer, and 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 Kidderminster 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.
Lazarus Staziyo, Home Manager at Brook Court, 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.
To find out more about Care UK’s Big Dementia Conversation initiative, please visit: careuk.com/thebigdementiaconversation
For more information on Brook Court and to book your place for the event, please call Home Manager, Lazarus Staziyo, on 01562 814 715, or email lazarus.staziyo@careuk.com
37-38 Oldnall Rd, Kidderminster, Worcestershire DY10 3HN
Tue 23 January