Fred Slater & the Dementia Companions
Cricket coach Fred Slater is completely bowled over by the way he has been welcomed into the fold at East Cheshire Hospice. He became a volunteer in the Sunflower Centre a year ago and enjoys the company of people with dementia and their carers. His next role as one of the charity’s Community Champions is […]
Community Champion Open Day
Could you give up a couple of hours a week to help someone with dementia? East Cheshire Hospice is inviting the public to attend an event next Monday (Oct 7) to hear what is involved. The charity already has a dozen Community Champions who are companions for those living with dementia and more volunteers are […]
Talking About Dementia
Clues that someone may have early stage dementia are shown in different ways, according to Sharon Hurley, Dementia Services Co-ordinator at East Cheshire Hospice. She said: “Early signs of dementia are often shown in everyday living, like forgetting simple tasks. “Someone may enjoying singing and forgets the words. That’s why at our Singing Together groups […]
