Care home's heart-warming ‘Forget Me Not’ Dementia workshop
Hampton Grove Care Home in Peterborough opened its doors for a special “Communicating Well with Dementia” Forget Me Not afternoon, bringing together local families for an inspiring session on dementia care.
The event focused on communication, which encouraged attendees to discuss current methods that are being used and to adopt fresh approaches that are a more positive, meaningful interactions with loved ones. The afternoon was filled with emotional storytelling, as guests shared both their personal challenges and the heart-warming breakthroughs, they have experienced on their dementia journeys.
“It was incredibly moving to hear the stories shared today,” said a Louise Ramage, Customer Relationship Manager for Hampton Grove. “Our goal was to show that by changing how we look at dementia and adjusting our approach, we can significantly improve the experience for both the individual and their family.”
The event was supported by the home’s dedicated team, including a talented head chef who provided custom cupcakes and refreshments. Family Ambassador Pete was also on hand to welcome guests and serve drinks, ensuring a warm, community-focused atmosphere along with his own heart-warming story and experience with communication in dementia.
Following the success of this session, Hampton Grove is pleased to announce that there will be future events in their dementia series which will focus on Understanding Dementia & Colour Analysis and its impact on well-being. This will be a free community event, with dates to be announced shortly.
For more information on future events or to learn more about the care services at Hampton Grove Care Home, please contact the home directly or follow their social media channels.