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Trafford MBC Trafford's new support for people with dementia and their carers |
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Trafford's new support for people with dementia and their carers
Trafford Council and Trafford PCT, in partnership with Age Concern Trafford and Trafford Carers Centre, is introducing new support for people with dementia and those who care for them.
Funding from the Council, PCT and Government is being used to provide a dementia adviser and peer network service, an integral part of Trafford's response to the National Dementia Strategy objectives.
Support to those recently diagnosed with dementia and carers through dedicated advisors, will help them understand the diagnosis, what it will mean and provide information, support and practical help to access services as they need them.
The peer support network - the pilot will see networks in Stretford, Old Trafford, Timperley, Altrincham, Hale and Bowdon - will provide support, information, practical help, activities and, importantly the chance for the person with dementia and their carers to enjoy quality time with their peers.
Different networks will be set up, for both people with dementia and their carers, giving chances for them to meet together or separately. Those attending the network will be responsible for how these develop and progress.
Executive Councillor Michael Young said: "Finding out you have dementia can be difficult and frightening. If we can help people understand more what to expect and what support is available, we can help them live with dignity and independence."
Local people can contact the service directly themselves, or ask someone to do it for them. Alternatively, referrals can be made by a Social Worker, GP, Consultant or other healthcare professional.
Chief Executive of Age Concern Trafford, Ann Marie Jones, said: "We hope the project will demonstrate the advantages to those with dementia and their carers of being provided with an effective diagnosis as soon as possible, appropriate information, advice and support at the right time through the progression of the condition and having genuine peer support mechanisms.
We also hope it will raise awareness of dementia and help remove the stigma currently associated with it."
Anyone wanting more information about the service can contact Age Concern Trafford on 0161 746 9754 or Trafford Carers Centre on 0161 861 0101.
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