Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Roadshow had a busy few days in Solihull’s Touchwood Shopping centre last week as the Dementia Community Indoor Stand had a presence in the shopping centre where it attracted a great deal of interest. The aim of the Roadshow was to raise awareness about dementia and provide support for those with queries. The prominent location of the Stand in the shopping centre means that it will have been seen by hundreds of people in Solihull and triggered many conversations about dementia.
Jane Woodward from Coventry was shopping in the Touchwood. She said: “We didn’t know much about dementia before I had a loved one diagnosed. I think it’s not a well-known issue and I feel that there is a need for things like the Dementia Roadshow.”
Dementia Support Workers from Alzheimer’s Society’s Olton office were some of the staff on hand to assist people. Their jobs see them providing information and practical advice to carers and people with dementia who may be struggling to adapt to the changes the condition can bring. They provide a framework of support across Birmingham and Solihull.
Sam Bradley, Locality Administrator for Alzheimer’s Society said: “It was a huge success where we talked to over 150 people, with a variety of questions, from people worried about their own memory to caring for a family member, or general questions about the Alzheimer’s Society. It was a very informal way for people to pop along and obtain information in the form of factsheets, information on local services, or to chat to a support worker with any concerns they may have. It is so important that we raise awareness of dementia, only by raising awareness can help people to live well with dementia.”
If you are concerned about your memory or a loved one’s then feel free to contact Alzheimer’s Society’s on 0121 706 4052 or visit the office at Alzheimer’s Society, Unit 7-9 Olton Wharf, Richmond Road, Solihull, B92 7RN.
