Understanding and Responding to Dementia

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Understanding and Responding to Dementia

West Yorkshire Methodist District Development Day

Saturday 19 October 2013

9.30am – 4pm

A day of exploration and practical help including:

Drama with

The AZ2B theatre company

Input from

Dr Susan Boyce, Bradford University

The Revd Dr Albert Jewell, Methodist Minister and writer on spirituality and aging

Workshops on

Ø Developing Dementia Friendly Churches

Ø Worship and People with Dementia

Ø Memory cafes and other local resources

Ø Visiting people with dementia

Location: Lindley Methodist Church, East Street, Lindley, Huddersfield, HD3 3ND

Tea and coffee provided, bring your own lunch

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