Dementia Friendly Axminster
@AxminsterDF
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Helping to make Axminster area a Dementia Friendly community, if we get it right for people living with Dementia we get it right for everyone in our community.
Axminster, England
Joined January 2018
Today at memory cafe we made easy, messy bird feeders. Great fun and lots of chatter at cafe today. #Axminster
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#DementiaActionWeek has been expertly illustrated over the years by the late cartoonist Tony Husband. This week we pay tribute to his passion and support by resharing this legendary cartoon from last year, where he told a poignant diagnosis story. @PaulHusband_ @tonyhusband1
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Good advice. #DementiaActionWeek
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#DementiaActionWeek some symptoms of what could be dementia. See you Gp if you have concerns.
That's our top eleven symptoms that you might spot. If you recognise any of the above, fill out our symptoms checklist to show your GP and help make the conversation easier. And please share this thread, knowing what to be on the lookout for could help so many people get that
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The new #ReadingWell for dementia book collection is now available to borrow for free from libraries. Get accessible info, advice and real-life stories to understand dementia better https://t.co/q5ygZzy4B4
@readingagency @libsconnected
readingagency.org.uk
Reading Well for dementia recommends helpful reading and digital resources for people living with dementia, their family, friends and carers. The booklist provides reliable information, advice and...
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Without research we can not find a way forward in dementia care and cure. #DementiaActionWeek
This Dementia Action Week hear from our amazing researchers who are working tirelessly towards a cure. Join us in supporting vital research this #DementiaActionWeek. š§” @GeorgeDevitt @emmafgarland @yunkai_li @GulizOzcan @Clo_Anderson98
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Learn more about Alzheimerās prevention. #dementiaactionweek2024
Today is #AlzheimersPreventionDay, an awareness-raising initiative from world-leading brain health scientists to increase understanding of scientifically proven ways to reduce a personās chances of developing Alzheimerās disease. Find out more here: https://t.co/jyE37LXhwK
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Itās #DementiaActionWeek2024 at memory cafe this week we fed our brains with cream tea and used them with fun quizzes and fun.
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This week is #DementiaActionWeek we will try to share information each day. #Axminster
1 in 3 people with dementia are living without a vital diagnosis that could give them the right treatment and support. If youāre worried about dementia, know what to look out for using our symptom checklist š https://t.co/aP8CzdNqGu
#DementiaActionWeek
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Axminster volunteer event. Lots groups will be there come along and find out about all the volunteering that is available. taking place on Monday, February 26th 4-6pm @ The Community Waffle House. book either through community@waffle.org.uk or Eventbrite:
eventbrite.co.uk
Join us for an afternoon of tea and cake and quick-fire conversations with some of the volunteer groups and charitiesĀ inĀ ourĀ town.
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This time of year can bring events and celebrations for many reasons weāve got some tips to help ensure your event is dementia-friendly and inclusive; ā£ šA quiet space ā£ š»Signage ā£ š“Food and drink ā£ ā£ šŖAccessibility
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š Walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations are available on Sunday 12 November at Tesco Superstore in #Axminster from 10am - 4pm. š Find your nearest walk-in clinic here š https://t.co/pUKtvkbBAJ Check your eligibility: https://t.co/uvm8tDZZ4q
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Could you help support your community? From supermarkets š to being on the bus š our Dementia Friends community are able to support people living with dementia through increased understanding. Join Dementia Friends today: https://t.co/q1Fiwaj3F0
#dementiafriends #dementia
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Caring for someone with dementia can be challenging and stressful. Both you and the person with dementia will need support to cope with the symptoms and changes in behaviour. For more info, visit: https://t.co/zEZz24Ru2X
#WorldAlzheimersDay
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Heat exhaustion is a heat-related illness that can occur after you've been exposed to high temperatures. If someone is showing signs of heat exhaustion, they need to be cooled down and given fluids. ā”ļø https://t.co/izYQJINnLl
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Hot weather can be dangerous for people with #dementia. As temperatures soar, weāve got advice for staying safe and keeping cool. https://t.co/pPERv8kRZy
#LivingWithDementia #Heatwave
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Thanks to @LEDleisure Axminster for coordinating our equivalent of the Olympic today at Memory cafe. Some very competitive people today. #keepingactive
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Please encourage fluids and watch out for people.
Itās really important people with dementia stay cool in this heat wave. Weāve put together advice to prevent overheating and dehydration. Read more here: https://t.co/iAy5TWnX32
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This week is Dementia Action Week. Sending love to everybody affected by Dementia. #DementiaActionWeek #DAW2023 #Dementia #DementiaAwareness
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