The new Lancet Commission study has identified two new risk factors for dementia - uncorrected vision loss and high cholesterol. There are now 14 modifiable risks which, if addressed, could delay or prevent 45% of dementia cases. Read more here - pulse.ly/0perjprfjq

We want to increase awareness of Allied Health Professionals and how you can access their support. We’re particularly keen to hear from people with dementia and and their care partners to understand what we are doing well and what could be done better: bit.ly/3zXpfh5

Thanks to Nicola Lauchlan, MSc, MCSP, BSc(Hons) for visiting today and trial out the personal action plan Brain Health Scotland Alzheimer Scotland exciting times ahead with dementia local conversation event from Lorna Bonaccorsi-McILreavy from East Ayrshire HSCP

We are so grateful to Tarik Yeşildoğan for delivering fitness programme for Ayrshire College. Big thanks to johnmctaggart for arranging over the summer “Being physically active is one of the best things you can do to boost brain health”Brain Health Scotland Alzheimer Scotland

Fantastic video captures the fun all our attendees had over the summer Alzheimer Scotland Brain Health Scotland

Help us find a good “home” cook at our Carers Cottage in Killie preparing meals for young carers. Young carers come every week for respite, fun and friendship. Eating together is such an important part of their time. Email [email protected] for more info

Lots of interest from our centre today Lorna Bonaccorsi-McILreavy - everyone looking forward to this!! Alzheimer Scotland

Massive thank you to Bonnie and John from Vibrant Communities inviting the BHDRC to Dumfries House for afternoon tea - you have made 50 people we support very happy!! They loved it 💜Alzheimer Scotland Brain Health Scotland

Our Local Conversations are back! 😄🎉 We want to hear from people living with dementia, their carers and loved ones. Come to an event in Galston, Kilmarnock or Cumnock and share your views on health and care services! Full details here: tinyurl.com/ydu626kc

“We believe that for an individual with early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, having a 6 to 12 month prolonged period without cognitive decline more than justifies the cost of this particular drug.” Our Chief Executive, Henry Simmons, spoke to BBC Radio Scotland about the MHRA’s

Huge thanks to Gerry and Maxine grow Scottish Fire and Rescue coming to our coffee catch up as guest speakers and highlighting the free home fire safety visit they provide Alzheimer Scotland Brain Health Scotland Scottish Fire and Rescue Service

Please share - we are looking for new folk to come and join our board. Lorna Bonaccorsi-McILreavy Arlene Bunton Ayrshire College East Ayrshire ADP East Ayrshire Advocacy Services

Finishing off a fantastic morning of emotional stories, connections and a mutual commitment to supporting each other in our communities 🩷 Scottish Care East Ayrshire HSCP Lorna Bonaccorsi-McILreavy Age Scotland East Ayrshire Carers

Our Local Conversations are back! 😄🎉 We want to hear from people living with dementia, their carers and loved ones. Come along to our final event in Cumnock tomorrow and share your views on health and care services! Full details here: tinyurl.com/ydu626kc

WHAT A DAY!! Over 40 people brought together for “dementia local conversations” event. Carers feedback they “felt listened to, opinions valued and thoroughly enjoyed.” Huge thanks for coming along Lorna Bonaccorsi-McILreavy Arlene Bunton Fiona Robson EACC Co-CEO She/Her Nicola Lauchlan, MSc, MCSP, BSc(Hons) East Ayrshire HSCP Alzheimer Scotland

Getting stuck into discussions now East Ayrshire HSCP dementia Local Conversation in Cumnock today!

One of my most favourite people of all time! What an amazing support she is to me, the team and the people we support 💜

#NewJob buzzing to be starting with Meeting Centres Scotland today as West of Scotland Development Lead 🤩 Please get in touch to stay connected.

It’s time to #RethinkDementia. If a friend or relative has been diagnosed with dementia, staying in contact, including them in social activities, and doing many of the things you’ve always done, can help them stay well for longer. Find out more ➡️ bit.ly/3B1cqCP