Alzheimer's Society
On March 14th members welcomed Lady Sue Aitchison and James Grier as guests to the meeting. James gave a thought provoking presentation about dementia. There are five important facts relating to this condition;
1. dementia is not a natural part of ageing.
2. dementia is caused by diseases of the brain.
3. Dementia is not just about losing your memory.
4. People can still live well with dementia.
5. Alzheimer's Society is here for anyone affected by dementia.
If you would like further information about this condition you can call
0330 333 0804 or make contact via the website alzheimers.org.uk
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more Billy Walden award winning carpenter.
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more Mary Welcomed and inducted a new member and spoke about Rotary
more Dan Nemeth gave an insight into the success of Seasons Bakery.
more Duncan Hamlett gave us an update on Mary's Meals.
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more Presentation to Headway from Booths Santa Collection
more Robin Collins served on the Royal Yacht for 4 years, and told us of his experiences.
more Two sponsored pupils talked about their Rypen experience
more Member of Kirkby Lonsdale Scout Group Told us of their trip to the HOME Jamboree in Austria.
more Visit by 2 Members of our Local RNLI
more Headway gives support to people who have had head injuries
more Rebecca and Ruth run the Sunbeams group providing for children and families who have members on the autism spectrum
more Sophie McKie and Frank Owen showed hove Clarity provided opportunities for people who are blind or disabled