Getting Kidderminster talking – care home to help local people understand more about living with dementia

A care home in Kidderminster is inviting the local community to learn more about living with dementia.

On Thursday 6^th July, from 6pm-7.45pm, Care UK’s Brook Court, on Oldnall Road, is inviting members of the community to its ‘Adjusting to a Diagnosis of Dementia’ event to learn more about the challenges that come with being diagnosed with dementia, and how to adjust and navigate this journey.

Brook Court’s session will cover a number of topics to help people understand what it is like to live with dementia post-diagnosis. Led by special guest, Chief Executive and Co-Founder of Dementia Pathfinders Barbara Stephens, the session will provide support and insight into how a journey with dementia may unfold and offer guidance on how to live positively with the condition, while making emotional and practical adjustments along the way.

Shirley Gibbs, Home Manager at Brook Court, said: “We understand how difficult it can be to navigate the changes that come when being diagnosed with dementia.

“With extensive experience of caring for residents living with the condition, our team at Brook Court have a lot of knowledge and advice they regularly share, to offer comfort, guidance, and support during this challenging time.

“We’re looking forward to welcoming Barbara Stephens for what we anticipate will be an incredibly helpful evening for all involved – and we’d encourage those interested to book their space to avoid missing out.”

The educational event follows the launch of Care UK’s free guide, One step at a time – A video guide to navigating dementia, which offers insight and guidance in a video format. Tapping into more than 40 years of experience providing care for people living with dementia, the videos include detailed explanations and practical advice from Care UK’s experts, including Head of Nursing, Care and Dementia, Suzanne Mumford, Managers and team members from care homes across the country, plus residents’ families and carers.

To find out more about Brook Court or to book your place at the event, please call on 01562 814 715, or email Customer Relations Manager, Paul Chambers, on paul.chambers@careuk.com

For more general information, visit careuk.com/brook-court