Chat To Your GP About Early Signs Of Dementia

Community sessions aim to help family members and store staff spot early signs of dementia

A series of information sessions, designed to offer support, advice and understanding for those who may be worried about their memory, have received or are navigating a Dementia diagnosis will be held during Dementia Action Week.

The Dementia Friendly Communities Partnership, in the South Eastern Trust area, is focusing on helping people recognise the early signs of Dementia and to feel confident about seeking support.

South Eastern Trust Health Development Specialist, Later Years, Sandra Glover explained how staff will be offering information, a chance to talk to families and sharing their ‘Worried About Your Memory’ booklet which has been designed to help people understand the signs of Dementia and what steps to take next.

Sandra said: “We are working with local businesses to provide information packs and encourage them to become more Dementia-friendly.

“Small changes like patience, awareness and clear communication can make a big difference to someone with memory loss.

“Creating a Dementia-friendly community is something we can all be part of. 

“We can all learn a little more about Dementia by becoming an Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Friend. Looking out for one another, starting conversations and making sure no one feels alone.

“As Co-Chair of the Dementia Friendly Partnership, I would encourage anyone who is worried about their memory, or about someone else they are close to, to not ignore it.

“I would advise that person to contact their GP, come to one of our sessions and talk to us during Dementia Action Week.”

Members of the partnership will be at the following locations:

Tuesday 19^th May – Eurospar, Portaferry, 10.30am- 12.30pm

Wednesday 20^th May  – Eurospar, Ardglass Road, Downpatrick, 10am-1pm

Thursday 21^st May – Lesley Bloomfield Shopping Centre, 10am-4pm

Thursday 21^st May – Eurospar, Kircubbin, 2.30pm -4.30pm  

Further information can also be found from the Alzheimer’s Society`:

Tel: 028 9066 4100

or at: www.alzheimers.org.uk