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Association for Dementia Studies

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We are an active research and education centre at the University of Worcester. Find us at www.worcester.ac.uk/dementia or email dementia@worc.ac.uk

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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 9h
Keep up to date with our newsletters and key information by joining our ADS mailing list www.worcester.ac.uk/about/academ...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 9h
If you work with people with mild to moderate dementia, have a look at this video to see if Meeting Centres might be appropriate youtu.be/DpzwtlduXho
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
If you’re studying on one of our #PGCert modules don’t forget that you are eligible for the Hennell Award so take a look www.worcester.ac.uk/about/academ...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Our Summer/Autumn newsletter is now available! Find out what we’ve been up to adsdementiablog.wordpress.com/wp-content/u...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Have you seen our Meeting Centre training options for students and volunteers? Take a look here for more info www.worcester.ac.uk/about/academ...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Have you seen our range of resources?
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
In this video from our Get Real project we talk about the role that links with health and social care services and the dementia care pathway can play in the long-term sustainability of a Meeting Centre. #GetRealStudy #referrals youtu.be/aNb6GX0A82k
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Wondering how to make your garden dementia friendly? Have a look at our free booklet which you can download from our website www.worcester.ac.uk/documents/Ma...
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Dementia Friendly Dunblane @dfdunblane.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Thank you to the collaborators and partners who were involved in the Crossing the Line study and helped to develop and disseminate the resources. caringhelp.on.worc.ac.uk
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Case study applications for our ‘Dementia friendly parks’ project closed at the end of September. Find out what our next steps are in the latest #ADSBlog adsdementiablog.wordpress.com/2026/10/01/t... #NationalLottery #HeritageFund #ThanksToYou
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Make sure you don’t miss out on Meeting Centre newsletters or key information – join the Meeting Centre mailing list www.worcester.ac.uk/about/academ...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Interested in dementia education for your organisation? See what others say about what we can offer www.worcester.ac.uk/about/academ...
image with a patterned blue and white background with text saying ‘What do people say about our education courses? “Even for those with existing knowledge the session proved to be enlightening and rewarding; for those with little or no knowledge it was illuminating” Feedback on a Dementia Awareness Training session’ and a QR code to take you to the website
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
If you’ve heard of Meeting Centres but aren’t quite sure what they are or if they’re for you, have a look at this short video youtu.be/5zQmQW2T3lU
image showing the front cover or a booklet for family carers called ‘We’re all in this together! What do I need to know about Meeting Centres? A guide and top tips for family members and informal carers
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Our new ‘Food Glorious Food’ resources are now available! Take a look at the website foodgloriousfood.on.worc.ac.uk where all of the project findings have been brought together
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Get your applications in if you want to study our Postgraduate Certificate in Person-Centred Dementia Studies. The next modules start in January! www.worcester.ac.uk/about/academ...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Do you need some advice around supporting someone living with dementia with brushing their teeth and caring for dentures? Follow this link: caringhelp.on.worc.ac.uk/wp-content/u...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
One of our #DemECH Extra Care Housing films is specifically for people and families affected by dementia. Take a look here youtu.be/x_Nfh3S3is8
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Did you know the whole suite of environmental assessment tools for six different care settings is available within the App? www.worcester.ac.uk/about/academ...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Don’t forget our ‘dementia friendly parks’ case study opportunity. You’ve got until the end of September to apply. Find out more here adsdementiablog.wordpress.com/2026/08/27/e...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
If you’re studying on one of our #PGCert modules don’t forget that you are eligible for the Hennell Award so take a look www.worcester.ac.uk/about/academ...
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Dementia Community @dementiacommunity.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
📢 1 Week to go! Future Planning and Dementia: Plan for Tomorrow, Live for Today 🗓 5 October | ⏰ 2-3pm (UK) Learn about advance care planning and Lasting Powers of Attorney with Zoe Harris, Dani Ayre & Clare Fuller. 👉 Register: buff.ly/2Uc0Bly #DementiaCare
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Want to make the most of your garden or outside space but are worried it’s not dementia friendly? Our free booklet has hints, tips and a handy checklist to help you get it sorted. www.worcester.ac.uk/documents/Ma...
decorative image showing a stack of our ‘Making Your Garden Dementia-Friendly’ booklets
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
In the latest #ADSBlog we look back on our experiences at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference. Take a look adsdementiablog.wordpress.com/2026/09/24/r...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
If you work with people with mild to moderate dementia, have a look at this video to see if Meeting Centres might be appropriate youtu.be/DpzwtlduXho
image showing the Meeting Centre logo on one of our flyers, taken at a funky angle to be a bit more interesting. The logo shows two figures touching hands in the air, with the space underneath their arms forming the shape of a building
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
If you’re one of our Postgraduate Certificate in Person-Centred Dementia Studies alumni and fancy keeping your studies going, take a look at the new Professional Development Masters. www.worcester.ac.uk/courses/post...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Interested in dementia education for your organisation? See what others say about what we can offer www.worcester.ac.uk/about/academ...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Not sure what the Get Real videos and booklets are all about? Find out more on our dedicated blog site #GetRealStudy scidemreview.wordpress.com
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Have you seen our Meeting Centre training options for students and volunteers? Take a look here for more info www.worcester.ac.uk/about/academ...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Have you seen our range of resources?
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Don’t forget our ‘dementia friendly parks’ case study opportunity. You’ve got until the end of September to apply. Find out more here adsdementiablog.wordpress.com/2026/08/27/e...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
If you work in a care home and want to conduct research but don’t know where to start, take a look at our CHARM Framework Manual adsdementiablog.wordpress.com/charm/charm-... Lots of advice taking you step-by-step through the research process
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
The latest Meeting Centres UK newsletter is available and contains items specific to each home nation, so take a look meetingcentres.wordpress.com/wp-content/u...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Our new ‘Food Glorious Food’ resources are now available! Take a look at the website foodgloriousfood.on.worc.ac.uk where all of the project findings have been brought together
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
This free booklet provides information around common physical issues that impact on personal care for people living with dementia. You can download it via our website: caringhelp.on.worc.ac.uk/wp-content/u...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
In our latest #ADSBlog find out about last week’s graduation where we celebrated with some of our PGCert students. Could you be joining us in the future? adsdementiablog.wordpress.com/2026/09/17/c...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Wondering how to make your garden dementia friendly? Have a look at our free booklet which you can download from our website www.worcester.ac.uk/documents/Ma...
decorative image showing a stack of our ‘Making Your Garden Dementia-Friendly’ booklets
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Make sure you don’t miss out on Meeting Centre newsletters or key information – join the Meeting Centre mailing list www.worcester.ac.uk/about/academ...
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Dementia Community @dementiacommunity.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
📅 21 Sept, 2-3pm What does good dementia guidance look like? Join Care Quality Commission this World Alzheimer's Day to help shape new statutory dementia guidance. 🔗 buff.ly/hnbZ1aH 💙 Please help us by supporting our webinars: buff.ly/xKGZ6GE #DementiaCare #WorldAlzheimersDay
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
If you’ve made any changes to your environment after using one of our dementia-friendly environmental assessment tools, please let us know about them in a short survey app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/ucw/ref-at
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Dementia Friendly Dunblane @dfdunblane.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
This Saturday. Phone Caroline on 07815 854343 if you would like to bake something for us. Thank you!
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
If you’re studying on one of our #PGCert modules don’t forget that you are eligible for the Hennell Award so take a look www.worcester.ac.uk/about/academ...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
If you’ve heard of Meeting Centres but aren’t quite sure what they are or if they’re for you, have a look at this short video youtu.be/5zQmQW2T3lU
image showing the front cover or a booklet for family carers called ‘We’re all in this together! What do I need to know about Meeting Centres? A guide and top tips for family members and informal carers
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Not sure how to use our environmental assessment tools App? Check out the handy ‘how to’ videos www.worcester.ac.uk/about/academ...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Don’t forget our ‘dementia friendly parks’ case study opportunity. You’ve got until the end of September to apply. Find out more here adsdementiablog.wordpress.com/2026/08/27/e...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
If you’re interested in ‘Supporting People Living with Dementia in Extra Care Housing’ have a look at our web page to find booklets, films and an infographic adsdementiablog.wordpress.com/demech/
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Get health and care professionals engaged in the sustainability of Meeting Centres using this booklet of findings from our Get Real project #GetRealStudy eprints.worc.ac.uk/13027/1/Get%...
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Dementia Community @dementiacommunity.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
📢 Free October Webinar Future Planning and Dementia: Plan for Tomorrow, Live for Today 🗓 5 October | ⏰ 2-3pm (UK) Learn about advance care planning and Lasting Powers of Attorney with Zoe Harris, Dani Ayre & Clare Fuller. 👉 Register: buff.ly/2Uc0Bly #DementiaCare
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
We’ve been out and about at a couple of events this week, so take a look at the latest #ADSBlog to see what we’ve been up to adsdementiablog.wordpress.com/2026/09/10/o...
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Association for Dementia Studies @dementiastudies.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Our new ‘Food Glorious Food’ resources are now available! Take a look at the website foodgloriousfood.on.worc.ac.uk where all of the project findings have been brought together
photo of the booklet in four different languages with a QR code to take you to the website and the website address https://foodgloriousfood.on.worc.ac.uk/
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