Do you care for someone with dementia?

Date: Wednesday, January 28th 2015
Categories: All Leicestershire Harborough Hinckley & Bosworth Activities & Events

The Alzheimer's Society is running a series of workshops run over four sessions for people caring for a family member or friend with dementia - known as the Carer Information and Support Programme. The sessions will provide an opportunity for you to talk in a friendly and confidential environment, about your experiences and the impact they're having on you. They will also aim to provide you with information and support. To find out more and book your place call 0116 231 1111 or email [email protected]

Topics will include:

What is dementia?
How can you support and care for someone with dementia
The support services that are available
Planning for the future

Course dates in Hinckley

Session 1 - Monday 16th February 2015

Session 2 - Monday 23rd February 2015

Session 3 - Monday 2nd March 2015

Session 4 - Monday 9th March 2015

All sessions will run between 6pm - 8:30pm

Venue: Green Towers Hinckley Club, Richmond Road, Hinckley, Leicestershire, LE10 0DZ

Course dates in Lutterworth:

Session 1 - Monday 9th March 2015

Session 2 - Monday 16th March 2015

Session 3 - Monday 23rd March 2015

Session 4 - Monday 30th March 2015

All sessions will run between 2pm - 4:30pm

Venue: One Stop Shop at Wycliffe House, Gilmorton Road, Lutterworth, LE17 4DY

The workshops are run by Alzheimer’s Society staff and volunteers for people who care for a family member or friend with dementia. Please aim to attend all sessions if possible. If you're unable to attend the above dates/times, please register your interest as future groups may be available.