Distributing dementia care information
A comprehensive handbook, "Dementia Carers' Pathways", written by carers for carers is available as a PDF download - see Getting Help - Dementia Carers' Pathways. The content is provided in a generic format and is intended to be supplemented by national, regional / local information from the searchable database. This forms appendix 2 of the complete booklet.
Rotary clubs are encouraged to download this document, and the appendices for their area(s) and have it printed and bound (typically comb) for distribution to doctors' surgeries, libraries and other public information outlets in their areas.
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Dementia Adventure
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John Suchet becomes Honorary President of REPoD
John Suchet, one of the UK's best known broadcasters and journalists, has given his backing to a nationwide Rotary campaign aimed at providing support for families living with dementia.
Since his wife Bonnie was diagnosed with dementia in February 2006, John has become a passionate campaigner dedicated to raising awareness of dementia and providing support for carers.
John said; "I fully support Rotary's nationwide campaign to provide help for families caring for people with dementia. I know at first hand how difficult it is, and how much help and support is needed. I applaud Rotarians for their commitment, and am honoured to become Honorary President of REPoD".
Rotary Club Press Release in PDF format.
RIBI Conference 2011 - Speech
This is a PDF transcript of the speech given by Geri Parlby about dementia and REPoD's activities at the RIBI Conference in Dublin.
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