Staff in our Vulnerabilities team are celebrating after winning an award for our increased use of Reminiscence Interactive Therapy Activities (RITA) machines. These help patients with dementia recall events. Read more about the award on our Facebook page: https://t.co/uyVjSTAaQA
Congratulations to the amazing @whammie25 and @EmmaWattsRNLD for winning a silver award for the most innovative use of RITA at SGH! ✨ this award was open to nominations across all hospitals and communities that use RITA’s in the UK! You’re both amazing!! 🤩 @NHSNLaG
A very big well done to ward C2 and to Jen Rea for the creation of the new ‘falls bay’ and the display board to highlight the importance of using the new falls documents and AFLOAT documents! 🌻 @wood_qm@NHSNLaG
@British_Airways I urgently need to speak to someone in regards to my booking, due to depart next Monday!! I have attempted to call all week and have also direct messaged but have not gotten anywhere! This is urgent! I really need to speak to someone. Thank you
With thanks to the @alzheimerssoc you will now find posters placed around DPOW with information of carers support services, workshops and activities available in North and North East Lincolnshire. You’ll find these in the restaurant and all main waiting areas! @NHSNLaG 🌸
This #WorldAlzheimersDay, we're encouraging everyone to learn about the different types of dementia & symptoms.
Understanding changes in memory and behaviour can empower you to reach out for support. Visit https://t.co/TegxILPgm0 to get started.
#KnowDementia#KnowAlzheimers
When people hear the word dementia, they often think of memory loss. However, many functions of the brain can be affected by dementia including movement, vision, language & coordination.
Learn more and become a Dementia Friend at https://t.co/sfNfVIM9eX
Person-centered care is supported by our Dementia Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) – Kate Scott and Emily Woods. They offer a variety of support including making sure vulnerable patients have a voice, ensuring they are getting adequate nutrition and much more. #DementiaActionWeek
Our first #ThankYouTuesday is from Emily Woods to the staff on all of the wards at Grimsby hospital for being friendly, approachable and for making her feel welcome in her new role as the Dementia Clinical Nurse Specialist at Grimsby #DementiaActionWeek
Dementia is a devastating illness for everyone affected. The Alzheimer's Society offers advice to get through it this #DementiaActionWeek. https://t.co/iqikhMSRg7
This week is #DementiaActionWeek.
We caught up with Leeds PCSO and dementia champion Michelle Owens to tell us about the Herbert Protocol initiative.
You can find out more at: https://t.co/KQWoXPZBUz