Getting Cheltenham talking – care home to help local people understand more about dementia

A care home in Cheltenham is inviting the local community to learn more about dementia.

On Thursday 24^th November, from 3.30pm-4.30pm, Sandfields, on St George’s Road, is inviting members of the community to learn more about dementia by delving into the topics not usually discussed.

Aimed at those caring for a loved one living with the condition, the session will provide 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.

To help with the session, Sandfields is welcoming Dr Nori Graham, Vice President of the Alzheimer’s Society, who will help explain what it’s like to live with dementia, as well as discuss the types of support available for at-home carers and advice for engaging with a loved one living with dementia.

The educational event follows the launch of Care UK’s free guide, Let’s Talk About Dementia, which offers insight and guidance in an easy-to-read Q&A format. Tapping into more than 40 years of experience providing care for people living with dementia, the guide includes knowledge from Care UK’s experts, including Home Managers and team members from more than 150 care homes.

Malaika Brown, Home Manager at Sandfields, said: “We understand how difficult it can be navigating the changes that come when caring for a loved one living with dementia.

“With extensive experience caring for residents living with the condition, the team here at Sandfields have a lot of knowledge and advice to share to offer comfort, guidance, and support. 

“We’re looking forward to welcoming Dr Nori Graham for what we anticipate will be an incredibly helpful afternoon for all involved.”

Sandfields is a state-of-the-art care home which provides full-time residential, nursing, dementia and short-term respite care. The care home incorporates space for hobby and leisure activities and includes its own cinema, hair salon and café.

For more information on Sandfields and to book your place for the event, please call Customer Relations Manager, Virginia Peachey, on 01242 801867, or email virginia.peachey@careuk.com.

For more general information, please go to careuk.com/sandfields