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Explore the websites below for useful resources, blogs and information.
Website www.ageuk.org.uk
Resources
Ageing Better in Camden found there were ten main elements for creating a Warm Welcome which encouraged social connection and a sense of belonging. This toolkit shares learning and top tips.
What is a warm welcome and why does it matter?
a short film by Ageing Better Camden “Community groups are about more than the activity – they are a chance for people to get connected. We asked older people what a Warm Welcome meant to them, and why it matters.” Ageing Better in Camden
Website www.alzheimers.org.uk
Alzheimer’s society provide dementia support services, fund dementia research and campaign to amplify the voices of everyone living with dementia to make dementia the priority it should be.
Resources
Easy Read Dementia Information
Easy Read booklets use simple words and images to help you understand dementia and will tell you everything you need to know about dementia.
The Dementia Statements and rights-based approaches
The Dementia Statements reflect the things people with dementia have said are essential to their quality of life. Find out how they apply to measuring and designing services for people with dementia.
Website www.approachstaffordshire.co.uk
Approach provide support to local communities in Staffordshire to support the wellbeing of those affected by dementia, to live their life the way they choose.
Resources
10 Dementia information factsheets have been produced by Approach Dementia Support, with support from Keele Social Inclusion. The factsheets provide clear and accurate information on topics including : memory loss, dementia care, medication, delerium, LPA’s, finance, support information and advice.
Approach offer free informal carers dementia awareness sessions in April and May 2025, which aim to improve the health and wellbeing of the person living with dementia, their family, friends and caregiver, promoting independence at home and in the local community.
Website www.dementiaadventure.org
Dementia Adventure aims to enable people living with dementia to get outdoors, connect with nature, themselves and their community, and keep a sense of adventure in their lives – whatever ‘adventure’ may mean to the individual.
Resources
https://dementiaadventure.org/resources/
Dementia Adventure offer free online training for carers: Understanding Dementia Training, to help people to learn more about dementia and receive practical guidance that will help in the supportive role.
Resources for the family and friends of people living with dementia include: a guide to the benefits of nature, top tips to connect with nature and overcoming barriers. A range of memory resources, dementia diaries, apps and websites including things to do at home are also available.
Website www.macintyrecharity.org
The MacIntyre Checkers Advisors are a group of people supported and employed by MacIntyre who assist in the creation and approval of communications that are made accessible to anyone using a MacIntyre service.
The group meets regularly to check information is easy to read and is presented in a format that most people are able to understand. Only then is it given the MacIntyre Checkers stamp of approval.
Resources
Dementia Statements – Easy Read
The charity MacIntyre used coproduction to create an easy-read version of the Dementia Statements, working with people who have dementia.
Poster of 12 Tips to Reduce the Risk of developing Dementia and to decelerate the progress if already diagnosed with Dementia.
Alison’s Story, the impact of dementia and the importance of post-diagnosis support.
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