Gillian Topping

Likes: family, hols, cruises, sport, news, nice hotels, farming interests. 30 yrs an EHO - now it's bins. Own views. RT's made me think.

[Gillian Topping @GTop20]

@mlchealth @Ailser99 So where and what is the plan ?

[Carl Hindy, Ph.D. @DrCarlHindy]

IF I GET DEMENTIA…..
I’d like my family to hang this wish list up on the wall where I live. I want them to remember these things.

1a. Every time you enter the room announce yourself. “Hi Dad - it’s Amanda.”
NEVER ask- Do you know who I am??? That causes anxiety.

• If I get dementia, I want my friends and family to embrace my reality.

• If I think my spouse is still alive, or if I think we’re visiting my parents for dinner, let me believe those things. I’ll be much happier for it.

• If I get dementia, don’t argue with me about what is true for me versus what is true for you.

• If I get dementia, and I am not sure who you are, do not take it personally. My timeline is confusing to me.

• If I get dementia, and can no longer use utensils, do not start feeding me. Instead, switch me to a finger-food diet, and see if I can still feed myself.

• If I get dementia, and I am sad or anxious, hold my hand and listen. Do not tell me that my feelings are unfounded.

• If I get dementia, I don’t want to be treated like a child. Talk to me like the adult that I am.

• If I get dementia, I still want to enjoy the things that I’ve always enjoyed. Help me find a way to exercise, read, and visit with friends.

• If I get dementia, ask me to tell you a story from my past.

• If I get dementia, and I become agitated, take the time to figure out what is bothering me.

• If I get dementia, treat me the way that you would want to be treated.

• If I get dementia, make sure that there are plenty of snacks for me in the house. Even now if I don’t eat I get angry, and if I have dementia, I may have trouble explaining what I need.

• If I get dementia, don’t talk about me as if I’m not in the room.

• If I get dementia, don’t feel guilty if you cannot care for me 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s not your fault, and you’ve done your best. Find someone who can help you, or choose a great new place for me to live. With a bus and activities!!

• If I get dementia, and I live in a dementia care community, please visit me often.

• If I get dementia, don’t act frustrated if I mix up names, events, or places.
Take a deep breath. It’s not my fault.

• If I get dementia, make sure I always have my favorite music playing within earshot.

• If I get dementia, and I like to pick up items and carry them around, help me return those items to their original place.

• If I get dementia, don’t exclude me from parties and family gatherings.

• If I get dementia, know that I still like receiving hugs or handshakes.

• If I get dementia, remember that I am still the person you know and love.”

ᴄᴏᴘʏ ᴀɴᴅ ᴘᴀsᴛᴇ in Honor of someone you know or knew who has dementia. In Honor of all those I know and love and lost who are fighting Dementia/Alzheimer’s.

[nidirect @nidirect]

Useful emergency numbers if you need them during the @metofficeni weather warning for strong winds in place today (Saturday 4 Oct):
https://t.co/tP2B50Uwd4
#StormAmy
@deptinfra @NIFRSOFFICIAL @PoliceServiceNI @NIElectricity @niwnews

[Gillian Topping @GTop20]

@niamh_journo It is horrendous. Anyone with an elderly parent or relative dreads may having to go to CAH . Nothing has changed and those who have positions to do something to improve this appear not to have done anything.

[Northern Ireland Assembly Committee for Health @niahealth]

Committee Members heard today of the @Age_NI research project "My Hospital Journey". Make sure you have your say - click link to find out more https://t.co/Hxfb6rmSi1

[Gillian Topping @GTop20]

When I said last week I’d like #JustinRose to win if #Rory didn’t , I didn’t actually think it would be this close! #themasters

[Sky News @SkyNews]

'If you think you might flood, don't go running off for sandbags. I've tested them. They failed in 59 seconds.'

Property and flood resilience champion, @floodmary advises @jonathansamuels on how to prepare in the event of a flood.

https://t.co/ZeZslBrnTw

📺 Sky 501

[Gillian Topping @GTop20]

@joanmccaffrey1 You are so right xx ❤️@ElaineABC95 is trialling this one ..!

[Gillian Topping @GTop20]

It’s the recipe number challenge …time to make a start #christmascake

[Gillian Topping @GTop20]

@emsdunn_dunn Great achievement

[Gillian Topping @GTop20]

@flahertycom @Tesco That’s far too dangerous ! 😮

[Department for Infrastructure @deptinfra]

🔔🗓️Reminder, the Portadown Open Evening for the multi-agency review into October flooding in the south east is taking place this evening.

Jacobs, the consultant appointed to undertake the review will present emerging findings and considerations @ 4.30 & 6pm.

All the information you need is here ⤵️

[Chartered Institute of Environmental Health @The_CIEH]

"Environmental health professionals are the unsung heroes of public health. They are our first line of defence against foodborne illnesses."

Great to see @guardiannews highlighting our press release on workforce shortages amid the recent E.coli outbreak.

#Ecoli #PublicHealth

[Chartered Institute of Environmental Health @The_CIEH]

The recent E.coli outbreak highlights the unavoidable and urgent need to address workforce shortages and capacity challenges within the environmental health profession.

Read our press release: https://t.co/zPUS7eyHyi

#Ecoli #PublicHealth #EHPs

[StrokeAssociation NI @strokeassocni]

Thanks to everyone who has signed our #SavingBrains petition calling on the Health Minister to make the stroke treatment thrombectomy available 24/7. We've had over 1300 signatures so far - can you help us get to 1500?!
Sign our petition today: https://t.co/aHXJmJUMZF

[DAERA @daera_ni]

⚠️Farmers be aware! Slurry is one of four main causes of death & serious injury on NI farms
👉Before working with or near slurry take a moment to Stop and Think!
🔗More info :https://t.co/pzJzkLn8Zs
@Hsenigov @LMCNI @NI_LGA
@nidirect @UFUHQ @nweir1
@DiscoverCAFRE @AFBI_NI

[Gillian Topping @GTop20]

So true.

[Farm Safety Foundation @yellowwelliesuk]

This is a truly heartfelt comment from Gareth - ‘you can only do your best… remember there is always someone there ready to listen, ready to talk, and ready to help’ 💛

[Gillian Topping @GTop20]

@AmandaFBelfast Sojourn for the hipster coffee definitely! Mulberry opposite the Cathedral for toastie and buns.

[Gillian Topping @GTop20]

We could do with this in Northern Ireland @daera_ni @AndrewMuirNI

[Clean Up Britain @cleanupbritain]

We’re lobbying for Automatic Number Plate Recognition technology (ANPR) to be made mandatory, and printed on all drive-thru packaging. If your packaging is littered it’ll be cross-checked with DVLA records and you’ll be fined. We’re lovin’ it! 😂

[Gillian Topping @GTop20]

@isupportlhlh @Barrypatience2 @abcb_council Congratulations to the ABC a winners and all of the volunteers in the Borough who take great pride in local area