Free awareness initiative delivered by the Dementia Advisor. Raises awareness of dementia, reduces stigma and informs the public. Builds dementia-inclusive communities. Open to groups, public and private businesses and frontline services.
Alzheimer Scotland — Monthly What’s On Guide & Newsletter
Monthly What’s On Guide and bi-annual newsletter. Email Westernisles@alzscot.org to join the mailing list.
Alzheimer Scotland – 24/7 Dementia Helpline
24-hour Freephone Dementia Helpline: information, signposting and emotional support.
Alzheimer Scotland – National Dementia Advisory Service
Telephone Dementia Advisor service Mon-Fri 9-5.
Musical Memories
Last Thursday of the month.
Alzheimer Scotland (Western Isles) — Office & Dementia Resource Centre
Main office & Dementia Resource Centre. Referrals: self, professionals, agencies, family/friends — anyone. Adults primarily (family support spans a range of ages). Team: Commissioned Service Lead, Dementia Advisor, Community Activities Organiser, Day Services Practitioners, Day Services Manager, Flexi Day Service Practitioner, volunteers. 24/7 Dementia Helpline: 0808 808 3000.
Alzheimer Scotland — Dementia Advisor
Confidential 1:1 or group emotional support, information, advice and signposting on dementia, caring role, brain health, memory concerns and how to get a diagnosis. Can refer/signpost to other services.
Alzheimer Scotland — Dementia Friends
Free awareness initiative delivered by the Dementia Advisor. Raises awareness of dementia, reduces stigma and informs the public. Builds dementia-inclusive communities. Open to groups, public and private businesses and frontline services.
Alzheimer Scotland — Monthly What’s On Guide & Newsletter
Monthly What’s On Guide and bi-annual newsletter. Email Westernisles@alzscot.org to join the mailing list.
Alzheimer Scotland — Forget Me Not Café (North Bragar)
Monthly music café, 2-4pm. Singalongs with musicians led by Chrisanne Macdonald. Open to anyone with memory difficulties or dementia, plus carers, friends and wider community. Contact 01851 702123 for dates.