Salford Older People, Dementia and Carers Information and Communication

01/06/2026

Stay safe at home workshop for carers supporting someone with dementia
We will talk about:
• How to prevent fires in the home
• How smoke alarms keep you safe
• Tips for safe cooking
• Using electrical items safely
• Important advice about lithium batteries (such as in mobility aids, phones and scooters)
Facilitated by Drew Bowyer, Outreach Officer, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service
Date: Tuesday 16th June 2026 1pm – 2pm
Where: St Thomas Church, 1 Delamere Avenue, Clifton Green, M27 8GL
If you would like to book your place, please email Anna:
[email protected] or call 0161 728 2001

01/06/2026

https://www.salfordcvs.co.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=2444

Date and Time Tuesday 23rd June 2026 1.00pm – 3.00pm
Venue Elm Bank Events & Conference Centre, 46 Half Edge Lane, Eccles, Manchester, M30 9BA
Theme Community Mental Health Transformation & Su***de Prevention
As Mental Health services across Salford continue to evolve and undergo important transformation work, this forum will explore key developments in Community Mental Health and Su***de Prevention.
Hear directly from the Head of Operations for Salford and Trafford at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust about the ongoing Community Mental Health Transformation, what it means for local communities, and how the VCSE sector can get involved.

As Mental Health services across Salford continue to evolve and undergo important transformation work, this forum will explore key developments in Community Mental Health and Su***de Prevention.

01/06/2026

A researcher at University of the West of England is starting a research project focused on improving support for people after a dementia diagnosis.

They are setting up a group for people living with young onset dementia who are willing to share their thoughts and ideas to help shape and develop a new 'LivDem' course.

Find out more here: https://www.youngdementianetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/YOD-PAG-flyer-2026_01_22ntitled-2.png

01/06/2026

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01/06/2026

📣 New Online Training Course

Stage Appropriate Activities for People Living with Dementia

🗓 Thursday 4th June
🕘 9 AM – 12 PM
💻 Online Event

Learn how to adapt activities to meet individual needs with confidence, ensuring an inclusive and person-centred approach for people living with dementia.

This practical session will help you build the knowledge, confidence and tools needed to deliver meaningful, stage-appropriate activities that support wellbeing and engagement.

Led by Ellie Lucas, Development Officer, the course will cover:

✔ Understanding the main types of dementia and progressive stages
✔ Recognising signs, symptoms and changing needs
✔ Assessing individual preferences and abilities
✔ Delivering creative and inclusive activities with confidence

Perfect for:

• Care Home Activity Providers
• Care Workers
• Volunteers
• Anyone looking to improve quality of life in care settings

🎓 £24.99 per person
Includes certificate of completion and post-course resource pack

Please note attendees must join using a laptop or computer, not a mobile phone.

👉 Book your place now: https://lnkd.in/eJ_-nDmQ

01/06/2026