We are an assessment and therapy unit for people living with dementia, based in Stoke-on-Trent.
Stoke-on-Trent
Joined May 2021
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For those living in care environments, it's worth remembering that not everyone has families, or friends who are nearby. If you can, spend a few extra minutes one on one with these individuals
#CompassionInCare #SocialIsolation #EmotionalSupport #OneOnOneTime #DementiaAwareness
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Involve the kids in your Christmas plans with a person living with a dementia; this usually has a very positive and meaningful effect
#DementiaAwareness #ChristmasWithKids #MeaningfulMoments #HolidayActivities
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Looking for something to do? Why don't you dig out an old movie and watch it with together, it's a great opportunity for reminiscence 📽️
#MovieNight #Dementia
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Strategies for reducing stress in a person living with dementia ow.ly/AoTl50UacZP
@StirUni #DementiaCare #StressReduction #WellnessStrategies
Today is the beginning of Occupational Therapy Week. We have a stand in Longton Indoor Market and our amazing Occupational Therapy team will be there on Wednesday 6th November 2024 between 10am and 12 noon.
They will happy to help with any queries.
#TeamMarrow #OTWeek24
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Happy Halloween 👻 be mindful of people in your community today. Individuals might find today stressful; disorientation, confusion, fear & anxiety can often become part of a person's presentation, due to decorations & sounds ow.ly/X04o50TT9Py #MindfulHalloween #Dementia
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Are you prepared for halloween? What can start out as a bit of fun can be stressful for some individuals, keep it inclusive! Read the full article and our top tips 👉 ow.ly/mGW350TOxzc 👻 #DementiaSupport #HalloweenTips #CaregiverSupport #DementiaFriendly #Caregiving
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Relationships form a central part of our identity, but can often change when someone has dementia.
Read tips to help maintain a relationship, and on understanding and supporting a person with dementia here: spkl.io/6016fuxjp
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October is Dancing for Dignity Month and this years theme is 'Agadoo for dignity'. Last week we hosted an Afternoon Tea Dance.
Here are a few photographs, with more to follow 🙂
#TeamMarrow #Agadoo #DancingForDignity24 #AfternoonTea #DignityInAction #thesanctuarydancevenue
October is Dancing for Dignity month. This year’s theme is Agadoo for Dignity, to help raise awareness.
Let’s start pushing pineapple and shake the trees for Dignity 💃🕺🍍🍌🌴
#TeamMarrow #DavlynHouse #DignityInAction #Agadoo #Dancing #Dignity #DancingForDignity24
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1 in 3 people born in the UK today will be diagnosed with dementia in their lifetime. An early diagnosis is vital in helping people access the support they need.
Download our symptoms checklist, and find support services near you at: spkl.io/6012fJdse
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Laura and Lisa have transformed an unused area into a relaxing and therapeutic environment.
This will enhance an overall feeling of well-being, feelings of contentment, improvement of mood.
#TeamMarrow #Relaxation #Mindfulness #Wellbeing
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There are lots of ways technology can be used to help those living with dementia.
With areas including:
- Memory problems and daily activities
- Keeping safe
- Socialising and doing things you enjoy
- Safer walking
Read more here: spkl.io/60194CCaF
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‘This is me’ has been designed to help record details about a person who can’t share information easily about themselves and can record things like:
•Important events, people and places from their life
•Their preferences and routines.
Find out more: spkl.io/60134CCab
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It’s Coming Home 🏴
Thank you to our football loving catering team who have created a special football themed tea for the UEFA Euro 2024 final.
Thanks Joan, Kath and Sue 🏴
#TeamMarrow #Euro2024 #ItsComingHome #England
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For many people, the current heatwave brings a welcome opportunity to enjoy gardens, parks and outdoor spaces. But higher temperatures can also cause discomfort and a risk of dehydration for people living with dementia 👇
alzheimers.org.uk/blog/how-s….
The team have pulled out all the stops again to get the Bow ‘n’ Marrow ready for UEFA Euro 2024. Come on England 🏴
Special thanks to Donna, Kevin and Paula. It looks amazing!
#TeamMarrow #BownMarrow #England #Euro2024
We are at Stoke Pride today in Hanley Park with @SharedLivesStoke. Our stand is opposite the bandstand. Please come and say ‘hello’. We can offer advice and raise awareness about dementia. 🌈 🩷❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
#TeamMarrow #Dementia #StokePride #Loveislove #SharedLivesStoke
We would like to say a big thank you to Clive our amazing volunteer. He visits twice a week to support us. Today we invited him for lunch and presented him with a certificate and small gift to say ‘thank you’ 😊
#TeamMarrow #VolunteersWeek24 #ThankYou
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This Pride Month we want you to know we are here to support you if you are LGBTQ+ and living with dementia.
Being LGBTQ+ and having dementia can bring other additional challenges. It can help to be aware of and prepared for these issues.
Find out more: spkl.io/601144bOR
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