Francis Grove Surgery – Dementia Awerness day – 21st August 2026
The surgery will be holding a Dementia Awareness Day on the 21st August 2026. Patients living with dementia will have their annual dementia reviews with one of our nursing team.
There will also be an opportunity for patients living with dementia and their carers, to meet with representatives of the Alzheimer’s Society and Carers First Merton.
Any patient who is a carer can come along to get advise from Carers First. Anyone worried about their memory or the memory of someone they care for can visit to speak with our advisors from The Alzhimers Society.
We very much hope that you can join us.
Do you suddenly find keeping track of your money impossible or forget where you are in
familiar places? Maybe you’ve been a great cook all your life and now find it hard to follow a
basic recipe in order?
It’s always best to check with the doctor rather than worrying alone. There are many
conditions with similar symptoms and the GP will carry out checks that may rule out
dementia.
What is dementia and what are the signs?
People often ask what’s the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s is a
type of dementia- There are over 200 types of disease that fall into the category dementia-
All affect the brain and are progressive.
Signs dependent on the person and the type of dementia
- a sudden or marked change
- changes that affect your day-to -day living
- Dementia often affects planning, organisation, as well as visual perception, coordination,
and understanding and use of language. - Dementia may also cause changes to mood, personality, and may cause mental ill health
such as anxiety or depression.
What can we do about dementia anyway? Reducing Risk
- Lancet commission found up to 45% of dementia may be preventable by addressing
modifiable risk factors- including a healthy, low-fat, low-salt diet, exercising regularly,
and looking after wellbeing to reduce stress. - Making sure depression is treated and hearing impairments are addressed through
hearing aids and other technology, can also help reduce risk. - The dementia statements claim everyone has a right to an early and accurate
diagnosis. This also allows people to plan ahead and takes pressure off family
members and caregivers.
Become a Dementia Friend
Become a Dementia Friend to learn more about dementia and the small ways you and your organisation can get involved.
Click here form more information https://www.dementiafriends.org.uk/
Raynes Park Dementia Café
Come and join us for tea, biscuits, and conversation. Please see poster for further information: