Fri 14 Feb 25
Friday 14th February, from 2-4pm
Tor Na Dee Care Home, North Deeside Rd, Milltimber AB13 0HR
As part of a nationwide initiative, a care home in Aberdeen is inviting local people to its free dementia advice event.
On Friday 14th February, from 2-4pm, Care UK’s Tor-Na-Dee, on North Deeside Road, is inviting members of the community to a special event as part of The Big Dementia Conversation, a nationwide initiative designed to show people how to better understand common symptoms and live well with the condition.
While general awareness of the condition has improved, data from Care UK shows two thirds of people who have a relative living with dementia (62%) initially put their symptoms down to old age. Many Brits remain unaware of the ways older people can lead meaningful lives with the condition, prompting Care UK to relaunch its Big Dementia Conversation for the second year running.
The ‘Typical Signs of Ageing or Dementia?’ session at Tor-Na-Dee will be led by dementia expert Uzoma Umunna, a dementia care coach at Care UK. Uzoma will deliver a talk and discuss typical signs of ageing and how symptoms differ from dementia, while giving guidance on how to live well with dementia. Complimentary refreshments will also be available, and attendees will have the opportunity to seek support and share their experiences over coffee and cake.
In addition to the event, the Aberdeen community can also visit a newly launched online advice hub. The hub includes in-depth conversations with families of people living with dementia, as well as expert advice from Care UK’s dementia specialists to learn how to reduce the risks and symptoms of the condition.
To support people who may be experiencing symptoms of dementia or their loved ones, Care UK has set up a free helpline and advice hub. To find out more, please visit: careuk.com/bigdementiaconversation
To find out more about Tor-Na-Dee, or to book a place at the event, please contact Home Manager Maureen Barrett on 0122 404 2731, or email maureen.barrett@careuk.com...
