Page 48 • The HERALD • 14th July 2022 v SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES v WE CARE, YOU CARE christinashomecare@hotmail.com Fully Qualified, Insured and Enhanced DBS Call me for a friendly informal chat to discuss whatever you or your loved ones needs are on 07579 766797 Christina’s Home Care Professional Independent Carer CoveringWaterside and New Forest New Charity to Help People Living with Dementia Dementia Support – Hampshire & IOW is a new charity that has been set up by local people with lived experience, to respond to the needs of local people living with dementia and their family carers. e charity provides free emotional support, information, and signposting for anyone and everyone living with dementia in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Charity Director, Helen Hamblen says: “We know from first-hand experience the emotional impact a dementia diagnosis has on patients, families, and caregivers. Common feelings during this life-changing experience can include anxiety, distress, and depression, not just for the person that has dementia but for the whole family. Families and friends provide most of the care for people with dementia and it is vital that everyone living with dementia receives the help and support they need to maximise their health and wellbeing.” According to the Department of Health there are now 850,000 people living with dementia in the UK, costing the economy around £26.3bn a year. 52% of people in the UK know someone who has dementia. By 2025, one million people in the UK will have dementia, and this will increase to two million by 2050. 1 in 3 people born this year will develop dementia in their lifetime. Hampshire is one of the top ve UK areas with the highest incidence of dementia, with over 24,000 people in the county being diagnosed with dementia in 2020. (ARUK) Dementia Support – Hampshire & IOW provides a helpline which is available 8am – 6pm Monday to Friday (excluding Public Holidays). Anyone struggling with their emotions due to a new diagnosis or because they are feeling overwhelmed with their caring responsibilities is invited to call and chat with a member of sta or volunteer that will be on hand with a listening ear. People can also phone if they are struggling to nd information about dementia, and pathways for diagnosis, treatment, or care, and a website full of information is being launched. e website will include information about dementia, dementia pathways, nance and bene ts, memory and living aids, as well as details about support groups and social events across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. HelenHamblen says: “Support for people living with dementia is hard to find, and at a time when your whole world is upside down and you are dealing with the emotional impact that dementia brings, the last thing you need is to have to search tirelessly for support near to where you live. The national charities are great, but face-to-face support and local knowledge is what you need at times like this. We know how exhausting living with dementia can be, that’s why we’ve created this charity, to help make things just that little bit easier.” We host our own support and social groups and also work with other voluntary organisations across the region so that we can provide information about all the support and social events available in our local communities.” For more information visit: www. mydementiasupport.org Dementia Support Jubilee celebrations Senior Lunch Club St John’s Senior Lunch Club is a wonderful way to meet new people, enjoy a home cooked, two course meal with a hot drink for £5 (Carers will eat free of charge). With its social and friendly atmosphere, Emma and her friendly team of volunteers are ready to welcome all guests. Every Wednesday 12noon to 1pm at St John’s Hall, Hythe SO45 6BP. Please book your place by calling 023 8084 4336.
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