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- Guest for the opening of Thrive’s Sanctuary Garden
- Panelist for TIDE webinar
- D4Dementia is 13 today!
- Speaker at BRACE’s ‘Let’s Talk Dementia’
- Roundtable for Care Talk
- Community resource for Home Instead Norfolk
- Three sessions at The Alzheimer’s & Dementia Show 2025
- A record attendance for MacIntyre’s Dementia Special Interest Group
- Second year as a Judge for the 3rd Sector Care Awards
- Panel Chair for LaingBuisson Innovation in Care Summit
- Dementia Community Webinar Programme – January-June 2025
- Follow me on Bluesky!
- Roundtable for PainChek
- A year of curating the Dementia Community News feed
- Finalist – Women Achieving Greatness in Social Care (WAGS) Awards 2024
- Two presentations at UK Dementia Congress
- ‘Trainers were excellent’ – Feedback on Loss and Bereavement Training
- First Open Space Webinar for Dementia Community
- Another fantastic Dementia Special Interest Group for MacIntyre
- Guest on the D Tour podcast
- Joint MC for the National Dementia Care Awards
- Panelist at the Person Centred Software Conference
- ‘Teamwork makes the dream work!’ – Presentation for NCF Communities of Practice
- Guest on the Sui-Ling Show
- Visit to Alzheimer’s Support
- Speech at the BRACE Charity Gala 2024
- Launch of the MacIntyre Dementia Pathway
- Two podcasts for Sweet Pea
- Interview with Playlist for Life
- **Double Winners! Palliative Care Awards**
- ‘Recognising and supporting carers’ – Presentation for Public Policy Exchange
- ‘What I wish I’d known when my dad was alive’ – Presentation at The Alzheimer’s & Dementia Show
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In this issue: 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭-𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐠𝐚𝐩
@bethyb1886 shares how we can bridge the post-diagnostic gap in dementia care – and why social care providers are key to the solution
http://bit.ly/2BdO22j PG 40
#ThankYouSocialCare
@IRememberBetter @KarrieMarshall @nursesKidONE @AlzJoyThruTears @bethyb1886 @UnicornSpark @MyCareMatters @artsaging @THEVDOVault @helenfindlay @wecaredesign #AlzChat Forgetfulness can be frustrating but reframing it as a lighthearted game diffuses stress. It encourages engagement, problem solving, and movement, all while preserving dignity through shared humour rather than correction.
@KarrieMarshall @IRememberBetter @RakheeLb @nursesKidONE @AlzJoyThruTears @bethyb1886 @UnicornSpark @MyCareMatters @artsaging @THEVDOVault @wecaredesign Giving moments of joy to a person with dementia is a wonderful feeling, especially if it is at an advanced stage #alzchat
@IRememberBetter @KarrieMarshall @nursesKidONE @AlzJoyThruTears @bethyb1886 @UnicornSpark @MyCareMatters @artsaging @THEVDOVault @helenfindlay @wecaredesign #AlzChat Laughter yoga, music therapy, and interactive storytelling, simple yet powerful ways to nurture emotional wellbeing through joy and connection.
@RakheeLb @IRememberBetter @nursesKidONE @AlzJoyThruTears @bethyb1886 @UnicornSpark @MyCareMatters @artsaging @THEVDOVault @helenfindlay @wecaredesign Indeed, we meet many people living with dementia who find a way to connect through humour and laughter. It can be a real saving grace and comfort too #AlzChat
@IRememberBetter @KarrieMarshall @nursesKidONE @AlzJoyThruTears @bethyb1886 @UnicornSpark @MyCareMatters @artsaging @THEVDOVault @helenfindlay @wecaredesign #AlzChat Laughter is not just entertainment, it is a neurological balm, releasing endorphins and reducing stress hormones. It bridges gaps when words fail, offering warmth and connection in the face of uncertainty.
#AlzChat 3pm/8pmUK Topic today: Using humor and laughter in dementia care
@KarrieMarshall
@nursesKidONE
@AlzJoyThruTears
@bethyb1886
@UnicornSpark
@Mycarematters
@artsaging
@THEVDOVault
@helenfindlay
@wecaredesign
@IRememberBetter @KarrieMarshall @nursesKidONE @AlzJoyThruTears @bethyb1886 @UnicornSpark @MyCareMatters @artsaging @THEVDOVault @helenfindlay @wecaredesign #AlzChat Courtesy of service user -🦋 Butterfly release & wishes – Have a butterfly garden moment where everyone writes a wish or memory on paper, then releases butterflies (or symbolic paper ones) into the air. A beautiful way to celebrate life and shared experiences.
@IRememberBetter @KarrieMarshall @nursesKidONE @AlzJoyThruTears @bethyb1886 @UnicornSpark @MyCareMatters @artsaging @THEVDOVault @helenfindlay @wecaredesign #AlzChat PLWD was struggling with mental health issues, but through🎨nature shadow art, things changed. Using sunlight, objects like leaves, hands, or flowers, they created shadow paintings on paper, blending creativity with nature while encouraging gentle movement & interaction.
#AlzChat 3pm/8pmUK Topic today: Tips for summer activities in dementia care
@KarrieMarshall
@nursesKidONE
@AlzJoyThruTears
@bethyb1886
@UnicornSpark
@Mycarematters
@artsaging
@THEVDOVault
@helenfindlay
@wecaredesign
It's not too late to sign up for our webinar on Wednesday 14th May 2025.
Panellists Dr Jenni Brooks, Damian Murphy, Jane King and Michael and Wayne, who are living with young onset dementia, will be discussing how people can and do live successfully on their own with young onset…
“Introducing a full set of dentures to someone without the ability to comprehend what on earth is being put into their mouth, and therefore being completely unable to co-operate with this alien invasion, proved very unsuccessful.” From my blog: https://d4dementia.com/2012/06/little-touches-that-make-a-big-difference.html #AlzChat
Very late to share this for #AlzChat but it may be of interest- Dental Decisions Study: I was interviewed for it, worth checking out the tool
Thanks @bethyb1886 - this shows the importance of comfort for eating well. #AlzChat
⭐️3 you might have missed (authored by me)⭐️Do read:
✅@CareChoicesLtd: Concerned about dementia symptoms?... https://www.carechoices.co.uk/blog/dementia-symptoms-and-diagnosis/
✅FoNS: The Power of Life Story Work https://www.fons.org/blogs/the-power-of-life-story-work/
✅@AlzheimersShow: Top 5 things you really need to know... https://alzheimersshow.co.uk/news-blogs/guest-column-top-5-things-really-need-know-know-dementia-diagnosis
I’m looking forward to speaking at this event on 26 June 2025 for @ConsultusCare - do join us, tickets are free #socialcare #families
#AlzChat 3pm/8pmUK Topic today: Oral health/dentistry in dementia care
@KarrieMarshall
@nursesKidONE
@AlzJoyThruTears
@bethyb1886
@UnicornSpark
@Mycarematters
@artsaging
@THEVDOVault
@helenfindlay
@wecaredesign
An informative read & a fab, free resource. Do check out @meetmacintyre The Magic 10 #DementiaActionWeek
@bethyb1886 @george_rook Thank you for you kind words and support, Beth! 💙 Daniel