by jess | May 14, 2020 | Health & wellbeing, Staying connected, What matters to you
Opening Doors London is an organisation working with people over 50 in the LGBTQ+ community. They are now running a series of online support groups for LGBTQ+ people living with dementia, and their carers. These groups provide a safe and supportive space to discuss...
by jess | May 8, 2020 | Living well in a residential care home, Staying connected, What matters to you
Help carers and medical staff know more about you by creating a profile to explain your non-medical needs and preferences. Should your care arrangements change due to the current situation, this will allow care workers to know more about you as a person, and will...
by jess | May 8, 2020 | Staying connected, What matters to you
submitted by Sharon Beckett A ‘Dementia Friend’ is someone who learns about dementia in order to help their community understand the condition. The Dementia Friends programme is about learning more about dementia and the small ways you can help. From telling friends...
by adam@hopeworksbranding.com | Apr 10, 2020 | Sharing your gifts and knowledge, Staying connected
Dementia Talking Point is a helpful online community where anyone who is affected by dementia can receive valuable support. It’s free, open day or night, and can be accessed online. You can join to learn from others, or you might have ideas of your own you’d...
by adam@hopeworksbranding.com | Apr 10, 2020 | Staying connected
If you have a particular interest, why not consider joining an online forum that’s specific to your passion, for example, a Classic Car Forum or Gardeners World Forum. To get started, simply visit google.com and search for the type of forum you are looking for. How...
by adam@hopeworksbranding.com | Apr 10, 2020 | Staying connected
Your neighbours might be willing to help you out if you need support for going to the shops or getting something brought over. One way to find local people who might help is by opening an account on nextdoor.com. This website connects you with people who live nearby,...