What are the benefits of a dementia diagnosis? Find out from Dr. Hilary Jones MBE #DementiaActionWeek

This year Dementia Action Week is about taking action on improving dementia diagnosis rates 💙 91% of people affected by dementia say there are benefits to getting a diagnosis and the Government and the NHS must prioritise dementia. Share your story: spkl.io/601644HrE

Feeling disconnected from our communities increases our chances of feeling lonely. We challenge you to make #RandomActsofConnection - smile, say hello or good morning to one of your neighbours today. Go on, be brave, we believe in you! 😀👋

There’s just one week left take to part in the ADI's World Alzheimer Report 2024 survey. Whether you know a little or a lot, your views matter and will help build an all-important picture about prevailing attitudes and stigma towards dementia 👇 lse.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_71…

The Month Of Community takes place every June, with millions taking part to cheer volunteers, connect with neighbours, welcome refugees, support carers, raise awareness of loneliness, or simply give thanks. ⬇️ marmaladetrust.org/post/month-of-… #TheMonthOfCommunity #MonthOfCommunity

Each person who has been diagnosed with dementia will react in different ways. A person may be unable to acknowledge their diagnosis or symptoms because of denial, or lack of insight. Read more here: spkl.io/601944bMx

As Dementia Friends we are committed to learn more about what it is like to live with dementia and turn that understanding into action. Too many people affected by dementia feel that society fails to understand the condition they live with. Sign up: spkl.io/601244b3e

Unlike other progressive or life limiting conditions, people living with advanced dementia face thousands of pounds in health and nursing care costs. This is because they continue to face care home charges for what are clearly health and nursing care needs. #DAW24

Get set for #LonelinessAwarenessWeek which runs 10th – 16th June. This year's theme is Random Acts of Connection, encouraging you to have more of those simple everyday moments of connection, to reduce loneliness and improve wellbeing. Read more at lonelinessawarenessweek.org

Greater public debate is needed around innovative, alternative approaches to funding and paying for care. We are calling for urgent action from ScotGov to create a plan that will ensure a range of options are available. Read more: pulse.ly/j4frnah5ib #FairDementiaCare #DAW24

The reliance that we have on one model of residential care must be challenged. We need to listen to the voices of people living with dementia now, engage local communities and ensure that we build high quality long term care services across Scotland. #DAW24 #FairDementiaCare

3rd day on the job for our new project worker Carly out and about in kelso learning the befriending ropes directly from the experts Glenda, Rose and co! #welcome Carly! #BefriendingIs brew n blethers!! The National Lottery Community Fund Scotland Befriending Networks

Unlike other progressive or life limiting conditions, people living with advanced dementia face thousands of pounds in health and nursing care costs. This is because they continue to face care home charges for what are clearly health and nursing care needs. #DAW24

#VolunteersWeek the BeFriend Team will be in Kelso Market Square on Tues 4th June 1030-230 to raise awareness about the benefits of becoming a BeFriend volunteer and the diverse volunteering roles that are available. #volunteersmakeadifference The National Lottery Community Fund Scotland Befriending Networks #BHA

💛 Research shows that small moments of connection can significantly affect our happiness and sense of belonging. 💛 Pick #RandomActsOfConnection from our list to try or share your own!

#VolunteersWeek ready and waiting for our volunteer gathering today, guest speakers @BerwickshireReuseHub BAVS and @BordersWheels sharing news from their organisations #volunteersmakeadifference The National Lottery Community Fund Scotland Befriending Networks

Many risks of dementia cannot be avoided like getting older or the genes you inherit from your parents. However, there are things you can do to reduce your risk of developing dementia. Read more: spkl.io/60164AhqO

Out & about today Heighley Gate Garden Centre first stop refuelling at the restaurant before shopping up a storm! #BefriendingIs about having adventures and exploring new places The National Lottery Community Fund Scotland Befriending Networks

Thank you #ChirnsideCommunityLarder #ChirnsideCommunityCentre for a fabulous fresh and wholesome lunch today - as always a lovely atmosphere with tasty food! #BefriendingIs helping to support local community events #communitylunch #CommunityLarder The National Lottery Community Fund Scotland Befriending Networks

#BefriendingIs having an impromptu visit to a local cafe for coffee, chats and cakes! Befriending Networks The National Lottery Community Fund Scotland #volunteerwithus #BerwickshireHousing #scottishborders #BHA