Bexhill volunteers needed to keep dementia services open
A Sussex wide charity which has its roots in Hastings and Bexhill has raised concerns that closing day centres will have a devastating effect on elderly and vulnerable people. Dementia Support East Sussex was reacting to the closure of three Age UK day centres in the county. Cliff Slack, from the charity, said: “The ongoing central Government […]
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Bexhill singing group for people with dementia goes on a trip down memory lane
Singing Down Memory Lane, the popular group for people with dementia and their carers, held a 1940’s themed musical experience.Local singer Leisa Jones entertained the group of over 30 with a variety of songs from the war years and popular songs, as well as playing a trombone. The group enjoyed fresh cheese scones supplied by Wards, tea and […]
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Dementia volunteer “befrienders” needed
On behalf of the Alzheimer’s Society, the Bexhill-On-Sea Observer have launched a campaign to find volunteers to assist people with dementia in the Bexhill locality. The more publicity this gets the better, so we’re re-publishing their article here: Alzheimer’s Society needs volunteers for new service An exciting new service that enables people with dementia to […]
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MP Greg Barker visits See Haven Dementia Club
In the week when Prime Minister, David Cameron pledged extra funding to accelerate progress in dementia research in the UK, Bexhill MP, Greg Barker,was out locally doing his bit to raise awareness of the difficulties faced by those affected by dementia and highlight the valuable work of one local charity helping those with early onset […]
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