Suffolk Community Tackles Dementia Head–on
Dementia is an illness set to affect one in three of us in the future. For carers, coping with their loved one’s behaviour, and symptoms of dementia, is exhausting, stressful, isolating and heartbreaking.
The Debenham Project was launched 2 years ago and since then it has grown to become a unique example of what a community can do to help those who care for a loved one with dementia. It has been recognised across Suffolk and beyond as a model for the "Future for Caring". We want to acknowledge that this has only been possible because of the goodwill and commitment of so many local people and professional support workers. This is why we have published "This is: The Debenham Project" - It tells the story thus far and tells of our hopes for the future.
Click the image below to open a copy of the booklet
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We received an e-mail on behalf of The Joseph Rowntree Foundation asking if The Debenham Project might be used as a case study for how communities can take the lead in supporting the elderly frail, and especially those with dementia. Our trustees have agreed that we should make the most of this opportunity and we hosted a 2 day visit in May. Sian Lockwood met a number of people connected with the project.
Following the visit Sian went away very impressed - this was a "first" for her in terms of a truly innovative community project. She was so taken with everyone she met and talked to and wished that she might live here!
Sian now has to prepare her report which will be launched nationally so - watch this space
We have agreed to help Suffolk Link (which is the Suffolk arm of a government funded organisation seeking the views of the public (carers) on the services provided by the health and social care services) by contributing to their forum as a community project. Have your say by making your own views known
Confidential Telephone
Support Service
01728 861865
Fri/ Sat/Sun 6.00pm to 9.00pm
A confidential telephone support line providing an understanding and listening ear for carers who are finding it hard to cope with the practical and emotional difficulties of caring for someone with dementia
Information and Advice
01728 862003
A personal service to guide carers in their requests for information and in making contact with support agencies.
Surgery Slide Loop
A slide loop about The Debenham Project has been prepared for the Debenham Surgery. It is available from this link. You will need a MS PowerPoint Player to open the loop. A free copy is available here
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