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There is growing awareness of the need for better dementia research to improve the support given to people living with dementia. The Alzheimer’s Society has estimated that 1 in 3 people born in the UK will be diagnosed with dementia in their lifetime. This figure identifies the need to provide dementia support to people with a wide range of backgrounds and needs.
This conference focuses on how support can be provided to people living with dementia in a diverse world. It covers a range of topics which will be invaluable for social care practitioners and includes presentations on how dementia support might be improved for minority ethnic and LGBT+ communities. The conference will also focus on how a human rights approach might be considered within dementia care, the support which can be provided to people with down’s syndrome who have a diagnosis of dementia and on the value of focussing on food in community-based support groups.
Introduction
Webinars
Food Glorious Food
Investigating the benefits and challenges of offering food in community-based support groups for people living with dementia.
Presenter: Becky Oatley
Date: Tuesday 18th March
Time: 12-1pm
Location: Online
“You can’t do that in dementia care”
Meeting the challenges of inclusive dementia care.
Presenter: Rik Cheston
Date: Tuesday 25th March
Time: 1-2pm
Location: Online
Exploring the experiences of LGBTQ+ people living with dementia.
Presenter: John Hammond
Date: Thursday 27th March
Time: 1-2pm
Location: Online
Keeping well, before, during and after a dementia diagnosis for people who have Down’s syndrome.
Presenters: Sofia Vougioukalou, CARE
Julian Hallett, Down’s Syndrome Association in Wales
Carers of people with Down’s Syndrome and a diagnosis of dementia
Date: Monday 31st March
Time: 12 – 1pm
Location: Online
Podcasts
Human Rights and Dementia
with Prof Suzanne Cahill from Trinity College Dublin, in conversation with Dr Jeremy Dixon
Releasing 21st of March
Listen to a preview of our upcoming podcast episode:
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Resources
EFFRO
At Effro, we believe there’s more that can be done; that recognising the needs, preferences and individuality of each person creates opportunities for a better life.
Rather than taking a purely risk-averse approach, we work with individuals to explore the things they’re interested in.
The Hyb – Dementia Cafe
Share a delicious breakfast of Tea, Coffee, Toast, biscuits and fruit.
Enjoy a 10-minute seated exercise session to get limbered up for the activity of the week, adult colouring, board games, playing cards, crafts or art.
Then join a singalong session featuring some of the biggest hits from the 1960s
Alzheimer’s Society
Supporting Inclusion for people with dementia
Read about strategies & solutions aimed at improving experiences and outcomes for diverse populations, with a focus on how these solutions were informed by research involving individuals living with dementia.
Alzheimer’s Society – The importance of person-centred dementia care that embraces someone’s culture
“Person-centred care is paramount to meeting someone’s complex and cultural needs, so never lose sight of the person who is living with dementia.”
Read about Faith’s experiences whilst supporting her mother with dementia over the Covid pandemic and the importance of high-quality, person-centred care.
House of Memories Cymru
House of Memories Cymru is a dual-language dementia awareness programme, funded by the Welsh Government, that provides training, workshops, and activities designed to support carers in providing person-centred care for people living with dementia.
The House of Memories app features digital objects significant to Welsh heritage & the LGBTQ+ community across Wales that inspire memories and conversation. The package illustrates the stories that celebrate pride and diversity within the dementia community.
Available in both Welsh and English, this innovative resource helps carers create meaningful connections through shared memories.
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