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Lost for words? Southampton care homes to host dementia advice events
A care home in Southampton is inviting the local community to their free dementia advice event. Care UK’s Ancasta Grove in Sarisbury Green, will be holding special sessions 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 (93%) 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’ sessions will take place at Ancasta Grove on Wednesday 4th March from 2pm–3.30pm. Led by the homes’ Customer Relations Manager, 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. Audrey Chiduku, Home Manager at Ancasta Grove, said: “Many people find it difficult to communicate effectively with a loved one living with dementia or to connect sensitively when a family member becomes confused or disoriented. “We want to change this, which is why we’re delighted to be taking part in The Big Dementia Conversation again by hosting our own free advice event.” To find out more about the homes and to book a place at one of the events, please visit www.careuk.com/southampton.
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123 Barnes Lane
Sarisbury Green
Southampton
Hampshire SO31 7BH
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