Category Archives: Dementia

Anand Bhavan Clinic “A Great Success”

Last week Ceartas on behalf of the Dementia Network delivered Dementia Advisory Clinics in Anand Bhavan, East Dunbartonshire’s Ethnic Minority Daycare centre based in Kirkintilloch. In partnership with colleagues from Social Work, staff provided a short talk on advocacy, local … Continue reading

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Jam Packed at Ceartas AGM

  Last week Ceartas Advocacy held its 7th Annual General Meeting in McGregor House in Kirkintilloch. There were over 60 delegates in attendance, which included  those who use our services, professionals and other organisations. After the official business of the … Continue reading

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De Cafe

A reminder to all De Cafe members that the next meeting of the group is at 1.30pm on Friday 28th October 2011 at Kirkintilloch Baptist Church, Kirkintilloch. The speaker will be a representative from the Police talking about safety in … Continue reading

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World Alzheimer’s Day 2011

Wednesday 21st September 2011 6pm to 8pm World Alzheimer’s Day FREE Event Ceartas, on behalf of the East Dunbartonshire Dementia Network, is hosting an evening event to mark World Alzheimer’s Day 2011.  The evening will comprise of:   A talk on local … Continue reading

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Charter of Rights for People with Dementia and their Carers

Ceartas Advocacy is keen to promote the Charter of Rights for People with Dementia and their Carers in Scotland.  Please click here to read more.

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Dementia Information

East Dunbartonshire Council has recently updated its dementia web page. Please click on the link below to be directed to the page where you will find very useful information on the range of services and support available to people who are … Continue reading

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Mental Welfare Commission – Starved of Care Report

In a new report entitled ‘Starved of Care’, the Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland has investigated the case of “Mrs V”, a woman diagnosed with dementia, who died in a general hospital in December 2008, following a short period of … Continue reading

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Dementia Advisory Clinic

The Dementia Advisory Clinic is an initiative of the East Dunbartonshire Dementia Network and is facilitated by four organisations: East Dunbartonshire Council Alzheimer Scotland Carers Link Ceartas The clinic can be accessed by the public, all staff within East Dunbartonshire … Continue reading

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Dementia Awareness Week 6-10th June 2011

Ceartas is looking forward to being a partner at the information stall in KHCC during Dementia Awareness Week from 6th to 10th June 2011.  See official launch statement below: Dementia Awareness Week starts on Monday 6th June 2011.  The theme … Continue reading

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“Our Stories” launched at De Cafe 5th Birthday

De Café celebrated its 5th birthday in style on Friday 17th September. Over 30 De café regulars attended the group alongside some special guests to mark the occasion. The day also saw the launch of the De Café “Our stories” booklet. … Continue reading

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