International expert teams up with Stroud care home to help locals understand dementia

A care home in Stroud is inviting the community to a free, virtual event for families caring for loved ones living with dementia.

On Wednesday 15^th September, from 4pm-5.30pm, Care UK’s Scarlet House, on Westward Road, will be hosting a virtual Understanding Dementia event.

Dementia specialist, Dr Nori Graham, who is the Vice President of the Alzheimer’s Society and has extensive experience in healthcare for older people, will be covering a number of topics to help people understand what it is like to live with dementia. There will also be support and practical advice on what dementia is and how memories are lost, as well as useful tips on how to overcome communication barriers and discover positive approaches to living with the condition.

 

Sharon Morgan, Home Manager at Scarlet House, said: “There are currently 850,000 people living with dementia in the UK – and it is estimated that a further 209,600 individuals will develop it this year alone*. We know that this also means many families will be affected too, so our event aims to offer professional knowledge and insight to those who need it – as well as providing a hub for shared experiences. 

“It can be challenging to look after a friend or relative living with dementia, and we want people to know they’re not alone, and we’re here to offer support. This event has proven popular in the past and we’re looking forward to welcoming local people virtually for an inspiring afternoon of information and guidance.”

For anyone unsure about how to take part in the virtual event, help is at hand. The team at Scarlet House will host the joint event using Teams, which is very easy to use. Simply call or email Customer Relations Manager, Katerina Pippi, and she will send a link to join the event and share her tips to make the most out of the session.

Scarlet House is a state-of-the-art care home and provides full-time residential, nursing, dementia care, as well as short-term respite care. The care home, which features 86 ensuite bedrooms, has been designed to enable its residents to live active and fulfilled lives, while also promoting independence. The care home incorporates space for hobby and leisure activities, and includes its own cinema, hair salon and café.

To find out more about Scarlet House or to book a place at this free event, email Customer Relations Manager, Katerina Pippi, at katerina.pippi@careuk.com or call 0333 321 0932.

For more general information, visit careuk.com/scarlet-house.

*Source: alzheimers.org.uk/about-us/news-and-media/facts-media.