Erosh is hosting a National Network Event to present and share the Forget-Me-Nots – Dementia Enquirers Report

What impact has Covid-19 had on my connections with others, including the Forget-Me-Nots?

The Forget-Me-Nots (FMNs) is a service user group of older adults with dementia in Canterbury and surrounding areas. The group was founded in 2012 and its aim is to help people living with dementia and to liaise with health care to reduce the stigma associated with dementia.

In the midst of the pandemic, the FMNs conducted a small research Enquiry, funded by the Dementia Enquirers programme, into the impact of Covid upon people living with dementia. The pandemic disrupted many lives and created isolation and loneliness for many people. This Enquiry, led by people living with dementia for people living with dementia, hoped to reduce the feelings of loneliness and empower people living with dementia. It also hoped to inspire future research and direct future care.

Erosh is delighted to host this national network event which focuses on a such an important and rewarding research project uniquely led by people living with dementia. We will share and discuss with you the findings of this enquiry and the people involved in it, as well as the recommendations and the impact of technology on connections.

You will have the opportunity to hear from those with lived experience of dementia and the supporting staff and volunteers from Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership trust (KMPT) involved in the Enquiry.

The event will be chaired by Rebecca Mollart, erosh CEO and our inspirational  speakers include:

• Clare Streeter- Dementia Empowerment Coordinator, Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT)
• Theo Chan, KMPT
• Linda Milton, volunteer with KMPT and previous erosh chair/trustee
• Service users living with dementia

Who can attend? Anyone interested in the impact of dementia – you don’t have to be a member of erosh to attend this event

Where is it? This is a virtual event and will be hosted via Zoom. (If you have any difficulties using Zoom please let us know)

When is it? Wednesday 30th March 2022 @ 2pm

How long does the event last? Approx. 90 mins

Cost? Free to attend

How to register?

To book your free place on this virtual event please email events@erosh.co.uk providing:

• your full name
• organisation
• title/position

You will be sent joining instructions a few days before the event.