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Lost for words? Solihull care home to host dementia advice event
On Tuesday 17th February at 10am–2pm, Care UK’s Blossomfield Grange, on Worcester Way off Dog Kennel Lane, will be holding a special session as part of The Big Dementia Conversation – a nationwide initiative designed to show people how to better understand common symptoms and how it is possible to live well with the condition.
While awareness of dementia has improved, survey data from Care UK reveals families still face challenges when it comes to communicating with loved ones. Nearly four in 10 people (39%) said they avoid visiting relatives with dementia because of how difficult it can be, and nearly all of those polled (96%) feel communication barriers prevent meaningful interaction.
To help address these challenges, Care UK has launched The Big Dementia Conversation for the third year running, encouraging practical support and greater understanding for families and communities.
The dementia advice drop-in session at Blossomfield Grange will be led by Dementia Care Coach, Fasha Bibi. The event will explore how a journey with dementia might unfold following a diagnosis and how to live positively with the condition.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to talk to members of Alzheimer’s Society, Parkinson’s with Dementia, Age UK and other community groups to learn about the support they offer.
While awareness of dementia has improved, survey data from Care UK reveals families still face challenges when it comes to communicating with loved ones. Nearly four in 10 people (39%) said they avoid visiting relatives with dementia because of how difficult it can be, and nearly all of those polled (96%) feel communication barriers prevent meaningful interaction.
To help address these challenges, Care UK has launched The Big Dementia Conversation for the third year running, encouraging practical support and greater understanding for families and communities.
The dementia advice drop-in session at Blossomfield Grange will be led by Dementia Care Coach, Fasha Bibi. The event will explore how a journey with dementia might unfold following a diagnosis and how to live positively with the condition.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to talk to members of Alzheimer’s Society, Parkinson’s with Dementia, Age UK and other community groups to learn about the support they offer.
Tuesday 17 February
Blossomfield Grange
1 Worcester Way
Off Dog Kennel Lane
Solihull West Midlands B90 4JX
Tuesday 17th February at 10am–2pm
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