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Daisy Cole

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CEO Age Connects Morganwwg. Retweets are not endorsements unless calling for love, laughter, and kindness for all

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Our Care Home Rights Guide provides helpful information about what you can expect when moving into or living in a care home and details of organisations that can provide support if you’re concerned your rights are not being upheld. Download your copy here: olderpeople.wales/resource/c…
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ALT Image of an older man smiling, sitting in a chair, and holding a walking stick.

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Delighted to be chatting independently with @gtfm radio tomorrow about dementia hubs across Pontypridd, Aberdare and Treorchy libraries just after 11am. What are dementia hubs? And why are they important? And where to visit a dementia hub over the next few weeks. @RCTCouncil
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It was an absolute pleasure to work with ⁦@Swinno1976⁩ and ⁦@TommyTommytee18⁩ on this film. We wanted to raise awareness, share experiences and open conversations especially between men. I hope we have achieved that. ⁦Please share.. youtu.be/gXdGi8-mojA
A pub conversation about dementia with Tommy and Andrew

A pub conversation about dementia with Tommy and Andrew

Tommy lives with Alzheimer's disease. Andrew is the primary carer f...

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Replying to @joss_prior
Previous Supreme Court Judge Lord Sumption says the ruling is being misrepresented, and that the head of the EHRC is wrong
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MPs are set to vote on disability benefit cuts without any idea how many of those affected will find work The OBR may not forecast the employment impact of the plans until the end of October - after a Commons vote is likely to have taken place By me: theguardian.com/world/2025/m…
MPs to vote on disability benefit cuts without knowing ‘full impact’

MPs to vote on disability benefit cuts without knowing ‘full impact’

Britain’s economic watchdog may not publish forecast of employment prospects until the end of October

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Help us to continue supporting unpaid carers in Wales by either making a donation or sharing this post. Any donations or shares are greatly appreciated.
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Help us to continue supporting unpaid carers across Wales and promoting and advocating for unpaid carers rights. donate.giveasyoulive.com/cha…
Donate to Voices Adfocad

Donate to Voices Adfocad

Donate to Voices Adfocad with Give as you Live Donate - make one-off or monthly donation, or start fundraising by creating a Fundraising Page to support their vital work.

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Our 'Ask an Admiral Nurse' webinar is less than two weeks away! Free tickets are still available. Book here: buff.ly/4gJYNaX Speaker @viclyons will showcase @DementiaUK's work and the evolution of Admiral Nursing. Webinar Schedule: buff.ly/3Bvsm13 #dementia
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Citizens Advice RCT are supporting unpaid carers through the Carers Support Fund alongside offering free advice we can also provide direct grants for various other things. If you need help or know someone that does please call or visit: forms.office.com/e/anfseXreM…
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Spread word: Last chance to claim Winter Fuel Payment. Likely 700,000 eligible State Pensioners missing out, please help get the message out there.
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Just leaving this here... @DementiaUK @WoodheadAndy
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Why not book your place at our next open event to learn how the ONLINE Post graduate provsion in #dementia works. Delivered by a dedicated team of educators and researchers at @DementiaStudies who are passionate about supporting you to implement positive change.
Association for Dementia Studies (@DementiaStudies) profile pictureAssociation for Dementia Studies@DementiaStudies14 Nov 2024
Got any questions about our PGCert and what your options are for studying with us? Book a slot at our next open event on 28thNovember to find out more. #OccupationalTherapy #CareHomes #SocialPrescribing #Nurses #GPs
flyer for the online open evening event with the key info being Thursday 28th November, 3.30-5.30pm, email dementia@worc.ac.uk to book a slot to talk with Course Lead Chris Russell

ALT flyer for the online open evening event with the key info being Thursday 28th November, 3.30-5.30pm, email [email protected] to book a slot to talk with Course Lead Chris Russell

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@DaisycoledcCole starts with an amazing welcome and sets the scene 😀
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Dr Catrin Hedd Jones (@CatrinHedd) profile pictureDr Catrin Hedd Jones@CatrinHedd14 Nov 2024
Excited to reflect back on our work over 10 years & discuss #Intergenerational strategies
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Our annual Christmas Card Appeal is open! We are asking people to send us Christmas cards with a message that we can pass to older people in residential care. Cards can be posted to us or taken to a drop-off point. Details here... ageconnectsmorgannwg.org.uk/… #christmascardappeal
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#MartinLewis well said, " The UK government know the number of older people in desperate need of winter fuel allowance but did not put in any mitigating circumstances. Please encourage any older people you know on a low income to apply for pension credit. "
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To brighten up budget day, I am giving a set of these Fabulous Mr Benn badges away. To be in the bowler hat, all you have to do is retweet this tweet. I'll choose a winner this time next week. Good Luck!!
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Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB are seeking views on a future model for Mental Health Dementia Services for older persons across the region. They want to ensure people living with dementia have access to the support they need. Find out more... ctmuhb.nhs.wales/contact-us/… #dementiasupport
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'Who had the right to treat us in this way?' asks a granddaughter Every Story Matters @covidinquiryuk This goes to the heart of the power imbalance experienced so acutely by some people within the healthcare system. johnscampaign.org.uk/post/ev… via @JohnCampaign
Every Story Matters

Every Story Matters

Originally published on the Authors Electric blog, 9th October 2024:

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With local people missing out on Pension Credit we're supporting a day of awareness and action. If you've reached State Pension age come along to Merthyr or Aberdare on Wed 23rd October, 10-3pm. Find out what you're entitled to and how to claim. #PensionCredit #aberdare #merthyr
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A fascinating and necessary piece of research -a taking part opportunity for anyone interested in the #DEEP network dementiavoices.org.uk/deep-g… #DementiainPrisons
Dementia in Prisons Research - DEEP

Dementia in Prisons Research - DEEP

Fascinating taking part opportunity, helping research dementia in prisons

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Son who cares for mum, 95, feels like 'second-class citizen' amid support worry itv.com/news/wales/2024-08-2…
Son who cares for mum, 95, feels like 'second-class citizen' amid support worry | ITV News

Son who cares for mum, 95, feels like 'second-class citizen' amid support worry | ITV News

David Hiscox cares for his 95-year-old mum Peggy, who has dementia and is bed-bound. | ITV News Wales

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