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Local care home joins The Big Dementia Conversation
A care home in Chingford is calling on local people to take part in a national conversation to learn more about dementia.
On Sunday 28th January, from 6pm-7pm, Care UK’s Ivy Grove, on Hatch 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.
The ‘Let’s Talk About Dementia’ session at Ivy Grove will be led by dementia expert Sophia Chidemo, a Senior Carer. The session will shine a light on some less well-known aspects of dementia, as well as why a loved one may be behaving differently and what family carers can do to support them.
In addition to the event, the Chingford 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.
April Jones, Home Admissions Advisor at Ivy Grove, 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.
“Here at Ivy Grove, we recognise the importance and value of talking to one another, whether that be sharing advice or concerns, seeking support, or sometimes simply having someone there to listen.
On Sunday 28th January, from 6pm-7pm, Care UK’s Ivy Grove, on Hatch 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.
The ‘Let’s Talk About Dementia’ session at Ivy Grove will be led by dementia expert Sophia Chidemo, a Senior Carer. The session will shine a light on some less well-known aspects of dementia, as well as why a loved one may be behaving differently and what family carers can do to support them.
In addition to the event, the Chingford 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.
April Jones, Home Admissions Advisor at Ivy Grove, 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.
“Here at Ivy Grove, we recognise the importance and value of talking to one another, whether that be sharing advice or concerns, seeking support, or sometimes simply having someone there to listen.
6pm - 7pm
Ivy Grove Care Home - Care UK, 71 Hatch Ln, London E4 6LP
Wed 28 February