Befriending service for people over 65, in Berwickshire & Kelso funded by TNL Community Fund Scotland #VolunteerWithUs call the project 0800 652 8104
Duns, Scotland
Joined October 2019
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#BefriendingIs having an impromptu visit to a local cafe for coffee, chats and cakes!
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Thank you #ChirnsideCommunityLarder #ChirnsideCommunityCentre for a fabulous fresh and wholesome lunch today - as always a lovely atmosphere with tasty food! #BefriendingIs helping to support local community events
#communitylunch #CommunityLarder @TNLComFundScot @befriendingnet
Out & about today Heighley Gate Garden Centre first stop refuelling at the restaurant before shopping up a storm!
#BefriendingIs about having adventures and exploring new places
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Many risks of dementia cannot be avoided like getting older or the genes you inherit from your parents.
However, there are things you can do to reduce your risk of developing dementia.
Read more: spkl.io/60164AhqO
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#VolunteersWeek ready and waiting for our volunteer gathering today, guest speakers @BerwickshireReuseHub @BAVSCharity and @BordersWheels sharing news from their organisations
#volunteersmakeadifference @TNLComFundScot @befriendingnet
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💛 Research shows that small moments of connection can significantly affect our happiness and sense of belonging.
💛 Pick #RandomActsOfConnection from our list to try or share your own!
#VolunteersWeek the BeFriend Team will be in Kelso Market Square on Tues 4th June 1030-230 to raise awareness about the benefits of becoming a BeFriend volunteer and the diverse volunteering roles that are available.
#volunteersmakeadifference @TNLComFundScot @befriendingnet #BHA
3rd day on the job for our new project worker Carly out and about in kelso learning the befriending ropes directly from the experts Glenda, Rose and co!
#welcome Carly!
#BefriendingIs brew n blethers!!
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Get set for #LonelinessAwarenessWeek which runs 10th – 16th June.
This year's theme is Random Acts of Connection, encouraging you to have more of those simple everyday moments of connection, to reduce loneliness and improve wellbeing.
Read more at lonelinessawarenessweek.org/
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As Dementia Friends we are committed to learn more about what it is like to live with dementia and turn that understanding into action.
Too many people affected by dementia feel that society fails to understand the condition they live with.
Sign up: spkl.io/601244b3e
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Each person who has been diagnosed with dementia will react in different ways.
A person may be unable to acknowledge their diagnosis or symptoms because of denial, or lack of insight.
Read more here: spkl.io/601944bMx
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The Month Of Community takes place every June, with millions taking part to cheer volunteers, connect with neighbours, welcome refugees, support carers, raise awareness of loneliness, or simply give thanks. ⬇️
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#TheMonthOfCommunity #MonthOfCommunity
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There’s just one week left take to part in the @AlzDisInt's World Alzheimer Report 2024 survey.
Whether you know a little or a lot, your views matter and will help build an all-important picture about prevailing attitudes and stigma towards dementia 👇
lse.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/for…
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What are the benefits of a dementia diagnosis? Find out from @DrHilaryJones #DementiaActionWeek
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Feeling disconnected from our communities increases our chances of feeling lonely.
We challenge you to make #RandomActsofConnection - smile, say hello or good morning to one of your neighbours today.
Go on, be brave, we believe in you! 😀👋
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This year Dementia Action Week is about taking action on improving dementia diagnosis rates 💙
91% of people affected by dementia say there are benefits to getting a diagnosis and the Government and the NHS must prioritise dementia.
Share your story: spkl.io/601644HrE
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Having an early diagnosis of dementia can help you access the right support and information for you and others to understand the changes you’re experiencing and benefits or legal protection you can be entitled to.
Find out more here: spkl.io/60104NmQ4
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Did you catch 'The Jennings vs Alzheimer's' on @BBCTwo last night?
Last year @KateLeeCEO visited them to talk about their incredible achievements, their dementia journey and to ask them to be Vice-Presidents of Alzheimer’s Society.
#DementiaActionWeek
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⬆️ Loneliness can increase our risk of dementia, and having dementia can lead to feelings of loneliness.
This #DementiaActionWeek, let's join together to raise awareness of loneliness and the importance of connection.
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An introduction to Loneliness Awareness Week - LIVE SESSION
Loneliness Awareness Week is coming! (10 - 16 June) Join us for a free and short info session tomorrow to find out how you can get involved.
See you there tomorrow at 1pm!
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