Dementia services Brochure (April)

DEMENTIA
SERVICES
Specialist support for people living with
dementia and memory concerns
www.ageisjustanumber.org.uk
Charity No. 1130384. Company No. 6841314

ABOUT US
Age Concern has almost 40 years of experience in
helping adults to live well and age well and is renowned
for delivering specialist dementia services.
Age Concerns’ dementia services are tailored to the needs and
preferences of those diagnosed with dementia and memory concerns
whilst offering support, guidance and compassion to their family and
carers.
Within its bespoke facilities Age Concern emphasises focused activity,
social interaction and help maintaining daily living skills through
a wide-range of therapeutic activity programmes and innovative
approaches.
As a “Preferred Provider” by the local authority we maintain our service
to the highest “Quality Standards”.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Diagnosis is a scary time for everyone living with
dementia including friends and family, that’s why our
teams are where you need us to be.
If you would like to know more about the next steps or just
seeking some general advice or help we have a fantastic
Information and peer support service within our day support
centres.
If you aren’t able to make it to one of our support centres
the Dementia Community Links team work throughout local
communities and within people’s homes to offer information
and support in regards to the symptoms of dementia and how
to seek help. We aim to build confidence through a variety of
sessions and groups so that those who live with dementia feel
confident to live independent and have an active and fulfilled life
Tel: 01772 620876
www.ageisjustanumber.org.uk

The centre has professional, skilled and experienced
staff who are supported by trusted specialists such as
an Occupational Therapist.

SERVICES
SERVICES CHARNLEY FOLD WITHY TREES
Meals
Activity Programme
Day Trips
Respite
Family & Carer Support
Assessments are made prior to places being offered at both facilities to ensure
people receive the right level of care. Support Plans are utilised routinely and
updated regularly.
Age Concern does not provide direct personal care such as bathing and
dressing. We can help facilitate transport needs if required.
FAMILY AND
CARER SUPPORT
Age Concern recognises the vital role that family and carers provide in
supporting people with dementia and memory concerns to navigate the
‘system’ and to get the help needed.
At Age Concern family members and carers are fully supported from advice and
information and carers Groups through to joint activities within the day centres.
Families and carers can rest assured that Age Concern will support them every
step of the way.

RAISING THE STANDARD
OF DEMENTIA CARE LOCALLY
Age Concern plays an active role within local Dementia
Action Alliances and dementia operating groups and works
with key partners to continually improve services and
quality of life for people living with dementia and their
family and carers.
“Chris from Age Concern started visiting us and he was good
at telling us what was avaliable and what we could do, so i got
in touch with Charnley Fold..... and it’s the best thing I’ve ever
done. I know where he is, he’s safe and this has changed our lives
completely .” - Elsea Wilson, Cares for her husband with Dementia
“It’s unreal, everyone is friendly with you, everyone gets on with
each other and the staff are excellent ” - Alan Edminson, lives
with Dementia

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