The Bay Hub Talks: 2020
**Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions, the hub is postponed until further notice.**
Starting January 2017, each monthly Bay Hub has hosted a short talk on a topic that may be of interest to those living with dementia and other neurological conditions, their friends and families, and to people who have an interest in dementia (talks start at 2pm).
We enjoy talks from some of our service providers, as well as other experts and special guests.
Please find the full schedule of talks for 2020 below:
January 03, 2020
Trimpell Club, Morecambe
Nicola Pietragalla, Natwest Community banker
‘Scams Awareness’
February 07, 2020
Cathedral Social Centre, Lancaster
Niklas Reich, PhD student, Defying Dementia
Defying Dementia: An update from the laboratory at Lancaster University
March 06, 2020
Trimpell Club, Morecambe
Barry Clift – Specialist Occupational Therapist, North West Driving Assessment Service
‘Driving with dementia and other neurological conditions’
April 03, 2020
Cathedral Social Centre, Lancaster
Prof David Allsop, Defying Dementia
‘Understanding dementia: Types, causes, symptoms and treatments’
May 01, 2020
Trimpell Club, Morecambe
Care of the Elderly Team, Morecambe Bay Hospital Trust
‘The nursing care you will receive if you attend A&E’
June 05, 2020
Cathedral Social Centre, Lancaster
Dr Penny Foulds, MAC Clinical Research and Defying Dementia
‘Dementia and Parkinson’s Research – where we are up to’
July, 2020
No Hub
Summer Break - No Hub
August 07, 2020
Cathedral Social Centre, Lancaster
Julie Henworth, Lancashire Care NHT Trust
‘The Management of perceived challenging behaviours in dementia’
September 04, 2020
Trimpell Club, Morecambe
Matron Dianne Smith, Morecambe Bay Trust
‘Encouraging eating and drinking in people living with dementia’
October 02, 2020
Cathedral Social Centre, Lancaster
Dr Garuth Chalfont,
Centre for Ageing Research, Lancaster University
‘Personalised medicine for dementia’
November 06, 2020
Trimpell Club, Morecambe
Dennis Nelson, Lancashire Constabulary
'The Herbert Protocol, supporting people living with dementia'
December 04, 2020
Cathedral Social Centre, Lancaster
Janet Holmes, Services Manager, The Alzheimer’s Society
‘An update on how the Alzheimer’s Society can support you’
Previous Hub Talks
Please have a browse of our previous Hub talks...
January 04, 2019
Trimpell
Linda Dickens
'Memory Assessments – Why they are needed and what is involved'.
February 01, 2019
Lancaster Library
Sean Scott and Fred Atwater
‘Lancashire Wellbeing Service – Who we are and how we can support people affected by a diagnosis of dementia’
March 01, 2019
Trimpell Club, Morecambe
Tina Fry
‘How the Alzheimer’s Society supports people living with dementia’
April 05, 2019
Lancaster Town Hall
Dennis Nelson, Community Police Officer
‘Lancashire Constabulary and how they safeguard people living with dementia’
May 03, 2019
Trimpell Club, Morecambe
Safe and Healthy Travel Team, Lancashire County Council
'Travel for Life - A guide on how to keep safe and independent whilst travelling around Lancashire'
June 07, 2019
Trimpell Club, Morecambe
Summer Afternoon Tea Party!
‘Entertainment with singer Bexi Owen and interactive sensory reminiscence’
July 05, 2019
Trimpell Club, Morecambe
Linda Dickens and Gillian Walker, Memory Assessment Service
'Memory Assessments – Why they are needed and what is involved'.
August 02, 2019
Lancaster Town Hall
Alex Pandolfo, The Right to Die with Dignity UK
‘My right to die – Person centred care and informed choice’
September 06, 2019
Trimpell Club, Morecambe
Gail Pointon, Hearing Impairment Social Care Support Office
‘The effects of hearing impairment on people living with dementia and what we can offer to support this’
October 04, 2019
Lancaster Town Hall
Matron Dianne Smith, Morecambe Bay Trust
‘Caring for someone with dementia - A carers perspective’
November 01, 2019
Trimpell Club, Morecambe
Dr Penny Foulds, MAC Clinical Research, Defying Dementia, Lancaster University
‘An update on current dementia research, and the reasons why everyone should be involved’
December 06, 2019
Lancaster Town Hall
Prof Carol Holland, Lancaster University
‘Current research at Lancaster University’s Centre for Ageing Research’
January 05, 2018
Trimpell
Louise Haigh, Progress Lifeline
‘Personal alarms and telecare services, Emergency Home Response service and an assistive lifting technology demonstration’
February 02, 2018
Lancaster Library
Dianne Smith, Matron for Dementia, MBHT
‘Encouraging nutrition and hydration in people with dementia’
March 02, 2018
Trimpell
Gerry Hellier, Lancashire Fire and Rescue
‘Home safety and the Dementia Buddy scheme’
April 06, 2018
Lancaster Library
Cllr Margaret Pattison
‘How Lancaster City, and Lancashire County Council can support people living with dementia.’
May 04, 2018
Trimpell
Philip Blundell
'The help and benefits available for people with dementia and their carers'
June 01, 2018
Lancaster Library
Ian Ambler
‘How to protect your assets after a diagnosis of dementia’
July 06, 2018
Trimpell
Barbara Lewis, Limon Attire
‘Demonstrating a range of clothing designed to help retain the dignity and individuality of those living with dementia.’
August 03, 2018
Lancaster Library
Anne Oliver, Age UK
‘Scams awareness and an update on Age UK services’
September 07, 2018
Trimpell
Lancaster City Council Home Improvements Agency
‘Keeping safe and independent at home, and help when applying for grants’
October 05, 2018
Lancaster Library
Dianne Smith, Matron for Dementia, MBHT
‘Encouraging nutrition and hydration in people with dementia’
November 02, 2018
Trimpell
Julie Vickerman, Occupational Therapist, NHS Continence Service
‘The treatment and management of bowel and bladder problems’
December 07, 2018
Lancaster Library
Gerry Hellier, Lancashire Fire and Rescue
‘The ‘Herbert Protocol’, Guardian Angels and Fire Home Safety Checks’
Prof Christine Milligan
The Centre for Aging Research
Lancaster University is a leading regional, national and international centre of excellence for ageing research and teaching. Lancaster University's Centre for Ageing Research conducts top level research and promotes research-led teaching around ageing, older people and age-related disease. In her talk, the Director of the Centre for Ageing Research Prof. Christine Milligan will cover current research into ageing at Lancaster University.
Steven Mckiernan - Progress Lifeline
Progress Lifeline has been delivering personal alarm and telecare services to people throughout Lancashire for over 28 years. Steve Mckiernan's talk will cover personal alarms, remote monitoring and emergency home response service for independent living.
Steve Turner - Lancashire Fire and Rescue
As well as providing services for emergencies such as chemical spills, house fires and road traffic collisions; Lancaster Fire and Rescue raise awareness about fire safety, help the ambulance service get into a home where a patient isn't responding to the doorbell, and respond to medical emergencies as community first responders. Steve's talk will aim to raise awareness of the dangers of fire, and how to improve safety in the home.
Gary Rycroft - Joseph A. Jones & Co Solicitors
Based in Lancaster, Joseph A. Jones is a legal firm with special expertise in dealing with the affairs of the elderly. Gary's talk will cover "Advance Care Planning: What do you want and where do you want it?".
Anne Oliver/Shirley Child - Age UK
Age UK is the country's largest charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. Age UK help more than 7 million people every year, providing companionship, advice and support for older people who need it most. Anne and Shirley's talk will cover what Age UK can do for you!
Maddy Bass - St John’s Hospice
St John’s Hospice is a local charity which provides free palliative care to patients with life shortening conditions, as well as hosting The Bay Dementia Hub. Maddy's talk will cover the role of St John’s Hospice.
Dr Penny Foulds
MAC Clinical Research and Honorary Researcher at Lancaster University
Our knowledge of dementia currently lags behind that of other major conditions, such as cancer or heart disease. Research offers hope to understand what causes the disease, develop effective treatments, improve care and hopefully one day find a cure. Penny Foulds, Co-Founder of The Bay Dementia Hub will cover how to find out about, and get involved in local dementia research.
Ann Marsh - Alzheimer’s Society
The Alzheimers Society are the UK's leading dementia support and research charity for people living with dementia, their families and carers. Ann Marsh's talk will cover The Alzheimer’s Society’s "New Deal on Support"
Nia Coleman - Galloways
Galloway’s has a long and proud history of serving blind and partially sighted people and underpinning this work continues to be a strong and positive culture committed to reaching even more people affected by the devastation of sight loss.
Suzanne Hanson - N-Compass
n-compass operates across the North West of England to make a positive difference and enhance life opportunities for adults and young people disadvantaged by disability, illness, age or social exclusion through providing advocacy, carers, health & well-being, and young people's services. Suzanne Hanson's talk will cover support for individuals who provide care for people with dementia.
Karen Burrow - CQC Inspector
Karen Burrow's talk will cover the role of the Care Quality Commission : Driving up standards in Care. The CQC monitor, inspect and regulate services to make sure they meet fundamental standards of quality and safety and publish what they find, including performance ratings to help people choose care.
Gill Grayston - Dukes Theatre, Lancaster
Gill Grayston's talk will cover Dukes Theatre's project "A Life More Ordinary", giving people with dementia greater access to leisure and cultural opportunities. A Life More Ordinary welcomes everyone to the regular film screenings and creative workshops, creating a supportive, caring experience for loved ones and families to enjoy together.
