PhD service user involvement in palliative care (Brunel U) MSc Politics (Strathclyde U) 'Fighting for Life' play re mum (dementia), dad (MND) & older life
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19 May 2022
Fighting For Life play featuring #olderlife #dementia #MND #healthcare #socialcare performed later today for Harrogate Neighbours Network. Details of play: plutoplayproductions.co.uk/f… Written by Brian Daniels @PlutoPlaysUK about my family experience #DementiaActionWeek
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Dr Helen Findlay retweeted
Good morning,
We welcome many new followers this month, who have joined our Good Grief community.
This year marks our 10th Anniversary as a charity, a decade in the sector, working to improve access to bereavement support services, and raise awareness of the impact of grief on a national platform, for those grieving across the UK.
The Good Grief Trust is the UK’s umbrella organisation,
signposting to a comprehensive national database of bereavement services, for emotional, practical, and specialist support.
We are run by the bereaved, for the bereaved, and we work to ensure no-one feels alone in their grief, and every individual and family who suffers a bereavement, receives immediate access to help and hope from day one.
Please wear our little orange umbrella pins, to know you are not alone, help us raise awareness of our charity and vital funds to continue our work.
Order yours here: thegoodgrieftrust.org/good-g…
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Did you know that we have a free Carers Hub available on the website? It provides useful information broken down into small, bite-size pieces, it covers key topics that can make a huge impact.
Check it out 👉 ow.ly/9l4650YKO67
#Dementia #Support #KnowledgeIsPower
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Jun 13
The work of contemporary Ethiopian born photographer and artist Aida Muluneh #WomensArt #PhotographerWeek 📷
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As Carers Week, the annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, comes to an end, we're sharing some of our resources that anyone supporting a person living with young onset dementia may find useful.
The Young Dementia Network website has a Resources section which contains a range of resources for people affected by young onset dementia as well as professionals, service providers, commissioners and service developers.
Check them out here: youngdementianetwork.org/res…
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Jun 12
Cognitive & behavioural changes can significantly impact carers and families affected by #MND
If a person in your care experiences these changes, check on carers and family members and provide advice & support to manage the changes at home
Learn more with our guide: mndassociation.org/propublic…
ALT Terracotta background with white text saying "Booklet: Cognitive change and frontotemporal dementia." Below, a picture of a doctor wearing gloves and holding a brain scan. On the bottom left, there is the MND Association For Professionals logo in white.
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Jun 13
'Helen with Geraniums' linocut by printmaker Vanessa Lubach #WomensArt
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Brain injury can challenge every aspect of your life – walking, talking, thinking and feeling – and the losses can be severe and permanent. It can mean losing both the life you once lived and the person you once were. Headway is here to help buff.ly/d9DqdYU
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Join us on Saturday 26th September 2026 for our annual Walk of Hope and step forward to help find a cure for all types of brain tumours!
Take part in our nationwide event and join us at our flagship event at Chatsworth Estate, or you could organise your own walk near you.
If you decide to host your own Walk of Hope, you’ll have our support every step of the way! From helping you get your walk started to sharing fundraising tips and ideas. We also provide fundraising materials to help you personalise your walk and make your event even more impactful. 💛
Don't forget to invite your friends, family and co-workers, and with your support, we can create a sea of pink across the UK and make it a truly unforgettable day.
Join us at Chatsworth Estate ➡️ bit.ly/Social_Chatsworth_Wal…
Organise your own Walk of Hope ➡️ bit.ly/Social_DIY_WalkofHope…
#TogetherWeWillFindACure #WalkOfHope #Grief #BrainTumourAwareness
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BLOG Rehabilitation in Dementia. an occupational therapists perspective. ‘For me rehabilitation in dementia it is about supporting people to continue living lives that are meaningful, maintaining their sense of identity, and staying connected…’ letstalkaboutdementia.wordpr…
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For the start of the weekend of #CarersWeek, Nick Baird our Chair of Trustees shares a blog reflecting on this year's theme Building Carer Friendly Communities.
Read Nick's blog here: bit.pulse.ly/gfnprw98yf
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Please see below post - AD
People with Parkinson’s can often experience problems with their eyes.
While not everyone will experience these problems, it’s recommended that you have an eye test with an optometrist at least once a year and speak to your GP.
More information: prksn.uk/4eMnPZk
ALT Image displaying text about Parkinson's and eye changes. Lists: difficulty moving the eyes, blurred vision, double vision, dry eyes, involuntary closure of the eyelids. There's an arrow icon in the bottom right corner.
ALT A list on a light background includes: Colour vision, Spatial awareness, Difficulty seeing movement, Problems with glasses, and Problems with low light levels. A dark button with a right arrow is at the bottom right.
ALT We’re here to support you. Call us on 0808 800 0303.
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This Carers’ Week, we want to highlight the invaluable role that young carers play in our community.
We are here to support you.
#CarersWeek
mndassoc.pulse.ly/vzqpuonthk🔗
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Jun 12
A top night at Molineux with a few of those that help me on this fundraising journey. Thank you @DementiaUK 🥹
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Jun 13
Iconic feminist graffitti (UK), 1979, photographed by Jill Posener, British photographer and activist #womensart #PhotographerWeek 📷
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Jun 12
Listen with patience & genuine interest.
People living with #dementia have a wealth of knowledge, stories, and life #experiences to share. By engaging with them and valuing their #personhood, we can foster dignity, respect, and meaningful relationships.
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‘Carers know the person they care for better than any professional.’
Ensuring carers are understood, recognised and supported locally. #CarersWeek
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Thanks to everyone that supported our trustee @PaulGoulden who raised nearly £1000 for us and a pretty impressive time too! Thanks Paul. (Still time to push it over the 1k mark -or more!) #AgeingWithoutChildren #moreThanYouThink #CountUs #AWOC
With one week to go and almost half goal raised please support our trustee @PaulGoulden’s triathlon fundraiser for @AWOCUK and help our national charity to grow - #JustGiving
#AgeingWithoutChildren #MoreThanYouThink #CountUs
justgiving.com/campaign/paul…
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If you have Dementia, or care for someone who has, we are open 24/7 365 days of the year to offer support, advice and signposting.
You can reach out to us by calling us or using our emailing service.
📷 Call 0808 808 2235
📷 Email dementia@helpline.wales
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