Alicia Kearns MP relaunches Rutland’s Great Dementia Conversation

By Grace Kennington 16th Sep 2024

Local News by Grace Kennington 16th Sep 2024

Rutland MP Alicia Kearns has relaunched her local effort to get people talking about dementia.

After taking a break during the election, Kearns is excited to announce the initiatives re-launch across the county.

She said: 'I'm looking forward to re-starting Rutland's county-wide conversation to drive up our diagnosis rates and ensure our communities are as supportive as possible of all those living with dementia and caring for a loved one with the condition.'

Kearns hopes that better understanding of dementia will lead to earlier diagnosises in the area. (Photo: Nub News)

Included as part of the initiative, the Alzheimer's Society is running three 'Dementia Friends Information Sessions' next month. In a one hour-long session, attendees will gain a better understanding of dementia and understand how to better support individuals with the condition.

Kearns will be holding market stalls in Oakham and Uppingham in October, and she teased that a special guest will be visiting Rutland as part of this new initiative.

To get involved with these sessions, click here.

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