25 Sep 24 - General
World Alzheimer’s Month Webinar
In recognition of World Alzheimer’s Month, Summerset hosted a special webinar with Alzheimers NZ. Their Principal Advisor for Services and Standards, Lyneta Russell led this informative session and was joined by Summerset's National Dementia Specialist, Shelley Kennedy for Q&A.
We take a look at what is and isn’t dementia, provide practical tips on how to communicate with and support someone living with dementia, ways to reduce stigma, how we can support carers, the importance in getting a diagnosis and how to get one. Watch the recording of the webinar below.
Summerset was one of the first retirement village operators in New Zealand to be officially recognised by Alzheimers New Zealand as a Dementia-friendly organisation. The accreditation means our villages and organisation have met key standards focused on what people with dementia need now and in the future. Dementia friendly training is completed by all staff, and we are proud to help those living with dementia get the best out of life.