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Dementia Cafe in Sutton Coldfield
On Tuesday 6th February, from 2pm-4pm, Care UK’s Mercia Grange, on Lichfield Road, is inviting members of the community for its Friendship Café 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.
In addition to offering a space for individuals caring for someone with dementia to meet others in the similar situations and form support networks, the team at Mercia Grange will also be hosting a Dementia Friends session at 2.30pm. Led by Alzheimer's Society Ambassador and Customer Relations Manager Rachel Mackay, the session will shine a light on dementia and help people understand what it might be like to live with the condition
Michael McNelis, Home Manager at Mercia Grange, said: “Here at Mercia Grange, we strive to create a sense of belonging within the home and provide a positive impact on the local community by building support systems for our neighbours.
“We’re thrilled to invite the local community to our dementia café sessions and join in The Big Dementia Conversation. We believe that no carer should feel that they are alone, so we’re looking forward to welcoming new and old faces for a chat over a cup of tea and slice of cake.”
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.
In addition to offering a space for individuals caring for someone with dementia to meet others in the similar situations and form support networks, the team at Mercia Grange will also be hosting a Dementia Friends session at 2.30pm. Led by Alzheimer's Society Ambassador and Customer Relations Manager Rachel Mackay, the session will shine a light on dementia and help people understand what it might be like to live with the condition
Michael McNelis, Home Manager at Mercia Grange, said: “Here at Mercia Grange, we strive to create a sense of belonging within the home and provide a positive impact on the local community by building support systems for our neighbours.
“We’re thrilled to invite the local community to our dementia café sessions and join in The Big Dementia Conversation. We believe that no carer should feel that they are alone, so we’re looking forward to welcoming new and old faces for a chat over a cup of tea and slice of cake.”
Free
538 Lichfield Road
Four Oaks
Sutton Coldfield
West Midlands B74 4EH
Tue 6 February