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Stroud care home joins The Big Dementia Conversation
Care UK’s Scarlet House, 123 Westward Rd, Ebley, Stroud, Gloucestershire GL5 4TS
Wednesday 21 Feb 2024
Scarlet House is a state-of-the-art care home which provides full-time residential, nursing, dementia, and short-term respite care. The care home incorporates space for hobby and leisure activities and includes its own cinema, hair salon and café.
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Stroud care home joins The Big Dementia Conversation
A care home in Stroud is calling on local people to take part in a national conversation to learn more about dementia.
On Wednesday 21st February, from 2.30pm-4pm, Care UK’s Scarlet House on Westward 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 Carers Café, which runs on the third Wednesday of each month at Scarlet House, will provide attendees with an opportunity to meet new people in similar situations, share experiences with one another and gain advice and support from the home’s expert team.
The session will be led by special guest Dr Jennifer Bute, a retired GP living with dementia and founder of Glorious Opportunity, a resource platform providing support to those living with dementia. Jennifer will share her own experiences and tips for supporting loved ones on their journey.
Suzannah Tullett, Home Manager at Scarlet House, said: “Here at Scarlet House, we’ve seen first-hand the benefits of learning from one another and the difference this has on the everyday lives of carers looking after a loved one. Whether it's team members talking to relatives, or relatives talking to one another, finding support in others who face similar challenges can be a transformative experience.
“We’re looking forward to welcoming family carers, from all backgrounds to our carers café – we’d encourage those interested to book their place and avoid missing out.
On Wednesday 21st February, from 2.30pm-4pm, Care UK’s Scarlet House on Westward 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 Carers Café, which runs on the third Wednesday of each month at Scarlet House, will provide attendees with an opportunity to meet new people in similar situations, share experiences with one another and gain advice and support from the home’s expert team.
The session will be led by special guest Dr Jennifer Bute, a retired GP living with dementia and founder of Glorious Opportunity, a resource platform providing support to those living with dementia. Jennifer will share her own experiences and tips for supporting loved ones on their journey.
Suzannah Tullett, Home Manager at Scarlet House, said: “Here at Scarlet House, we’ve seen first-hand the benefits of learning from one another and the difference this has on the everyday lives of carers looking after a loved one. Whether it's team members talking to relatives, or relatives talking to one another, finding support in others who face similar challenges can be a transformative experience.
“We’re looking forward to welcoming family carers, from all backgrounds to our carers café – we’d encourage those interested to book their place and avoid missing out.