Elderly Care

The importance of hydration in older people

Hydration is a key component of maintaining a healthy body and it is particularly important for older people to drink enough, this is a key part of elderly care.

As well as affecting general health, dehydration can also lead to serious infections (such as urinary tract infection), make other illnesses worse or lead to physical injury as a result of a fall.

Please find resources that may be useful below:

Contact: Jennie Leleux, Berkshire West CCG, Infection Prevention and Control Nurse, Email: jennie.leleux1@nhs.net

For advice in care homes please contact Hannah Trotman, Berkshire West CCG, Prescribing Support Dietitian, h.trotman@nhs.net

The Herbert Protocol

The Herbert Protocol is a national scheme that encourages carers, family and friends to provide and put together useful information, which can then be used in the event of a vulnerable person going missing.

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Alzheimer's Society - Dementia Support

Find dementia support that’s right for you. If you’re affected by dementia and live in Berkshire you’re not alone.

Our specialist services will help you:

  • get tailored information and advice from our compassionate and experienced staff
  • keep your independence and improve your well-being
  • feel confident and supported knowing that someone is here for you when you need help

Get in touch today.

Tel: 0118 959 6482

Email: berkshire@alzheimers.org.uk

Website: alzheimers.org.uk

Dementia Friendly Film Screenings at the Corn Exchange

As part of our dementia friendly screening programme, on Monday 1 July at 11.00am we are screening a classic favourite On the Town.

This is a Dementia Friendly screening, designed to meet the needs of people living with dementia along with their families and carers.

With lights left on low and the sound reduced, there is also a short comfort break in the middle of the film and audiences can feel free to move around throughout – or sing along to any musical numbers! – should they wish to.

Below is further information about the screening and a short trailer for the film.

https://cornexchangenew.com/event/on-the-town-u

You can also find out more about the screening programme together with further listings here.