Typical signs of ageing or dementia? Care home hosts event to help local people

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

On Wednesday 20^th September, from 2pm-4pm, Priors House, on Old Milverton Lane, is hosting a ‘Typical signs of ageing or dementia? – Recognising and responding to the symptoms’ event. 

Aiming to raise awareness about the condition, the session will provide an overview of normal ageing and how symptoms differ from dementia. 

Led by Care UK’s Approach to Care Lead for Dementia and Lifestyle Services, Sue Ashcroft, the event will also explore the signs of dementia, as well as the differences between the three most common types of the condition.

Francine Summers, Home Manager at Priors House, said: “As we age, we all get a little more forgetful, whether it’s forgetting a name, or walking into a room and having no idea what we went there for. 

“In this special session, with our dementia expert Sue, we’ll be discussing normal signs of ageing and sharing our knowledge around how this differs from a more serious condition such as dementia. With extensive experience caring for those living with the condition, the team here at Priors House have a wealth of knowledge and advice to share.  

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

Priors House is a state-of-the-art care home which provides full-time residential, nursing and dementia care, as well as short-term respite care. Designed to enable residents to live enjoyable and fulfilling lives, the home has its very own cinema and hair salon, and there is plenty of space – both indoors and out – for relaxation and recreation.