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Lost for words? Bury care homes to host dementia advice event
Two care homes in Bury St Edmunds are inviting the local community to their free dementia advice event.
Care UK’s Davers Court, on Shakers Lane, and Glastonbury Court, on Glastonbury Road, will be holding a special session at Davers Court 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 ten 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 ‘Staying Connected: a Guide to Dementia-Friendly Conversations’ session at Davers Court will take place on Wednesday 18th February from 2.30pm–4pm and will be led by dementia expert Andy Dodd.
The event will explore practical ways to communicate more effectively with people living with dementia, while offering simple strategies to stay connected, reduce frustration and create more meaningful moments in everyday life.
In addition to the events, the Suffolk community can explore a newly launched online advice hub, which features in-depth conversations with families of people living with dementia alongside expert advice from Care UK’s specialists. To find out more, please visit careuk.com/bigdementiaconversation.
To find out more about the care homes and to book your spot, please email Customer Relations Manager Bonnie Hall on bonnie.hall@careuk.com, call 01284 844 640 or visit careuk.com/care-homes/locations/bury-st-edmunds.
Care UK’s Davers Court, on Shakers Lane, and Glastonbury Court, on Glastonbury Road, will be holding a special session at Davers Court 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 ten 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 ‘Staying Connected: a Guide to Dementia-Friendly Conversations’ session at Davers Court will take place on Wednesday 18th February from 2.30pm–4pm and will be led by dementia expert Andy Dodd.
The event will explore practical ways to communicate more effectively with people living with dementia, while offering simple strategies to stay connected, reduce frustration and create more meaningful moments in everyday life.
In addition to the events, the Suffolk community can explore a newly launched online advice hub, which features in-depth conversations with families of people living with dementia alongside expert advice from Care UK’s specialists. To find out more, please visit careuk.com/bigdementiaconversation.
To find out more about the care homes and to book your spot, please email Customer Relations Manager Bonnie Hall on bonnie.hall@careuk.com, call 01284 844 640 or visit careuk.com/care-homes/locations/bury-st-edmunds.
Wednesday 18 February
Davers Court Care Home, Shakers Lane, Bury Saint Edmunds, Suffolk IP32 7BN
Wednesday 18th February from 2.30pm–4pm
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