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Lost for words? Horley care home invites community to dementia café
A care home is welcoming the people of Horley to learn more about life following a dementia diagnosis.
Held at Care UK’s Amherst House on Court Lodge Road, on Tuesday 31st March from 10.30am–12.30pm, the free session is designed for those living with dementia, and their loved ones, to start a conversation about the condition.
Attendees will have the chance to meet others, share experiences and access expert dementia advice and support in a relaxed setting. Complimentary refreshments will be available, including freshly baked treats prepared by the home’s talented catering team.
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.
Cristina Cristea, General Manager at Amherst House, said: “When dementia progresses and a relative begins to experience cognitive impairment, it can be difficult for families and friends to know what to do or say.
“Many people find it hard 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 café event.
“We encourage the local community to join us so that together we can build a more dementia-friendly Horley.”
In addition to the event, the Horley 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.
They can also obtain a free guide packed with practical tips to help relatives overcome communication barriers and interact more easily and confidently with loved ones living with dementia. To find out more, please visit careuk.com/bigdementiaconversation.
Held at Care UK’s Amherst House on Court Lodge Road, on Tuesday 31st March from 10.30am–12.30pm, the free session is designed for those living with dementia, and their loved ones, to start a conversation about the condition.
Attendees will have the chance to meet others, share experiences and access expert dementia advice and support in a relaxed setting. Complimentary refreshments will be available, including freshly baked treats prepared by the home’s talented catering team.
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.
Cristina Cristea, General Manager at Amherst House, said: “When dementia progresses and a relative begins to experience cognitive impairment, it can be difficult for families and friends to know what to do or say.
“Many people find it hard 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 café event.
“We encourage the local community to join us so that together we can build a more dementia-friendly Horley.”
In addition to the event, the Horley 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.
They can also obtain a free guide packed with practical tips to help relatives overcome communication barriers and interact more easily and confidently with loved ones living with dementia. To find out more, please visit careuk.com/bigdementiaconversation.
Tuesday 31 March
287 Court Lodge Rd, Horley, Surrey RH6 8RG
Tuesday 31st March from 10.30am–12.30pm, free to attend
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