Help fight dementia

This October, West Lothian people are being invited to join in Dementia UK’s brand-new fundraising event.

Raise Your Game, sees fundraisers across the UK getting out their Jenga, Snakes and Ladders, Ludo or Scrabble sets to help families face dementia.

Families are invited to spend time together, either virtually, socially distanced or within their household, as well raising awareness and funds, for more of Dementia UK’s specialist Admiral Nurses.

Fundraisers will be getting involved in a number of different events over the next few months, from 24-hour board game marathons to whole villages throwing the dice.

Hilda Hayo, CEO of Dementia UK and chief Admiral nurse, said:“People affected by dementia can feel isolated, and straightforward games can be an excellent way to help them communicate and have fun.

“Our first-ever Raise Your Game fundraising event is a welcome addition to our events calendar.

“It will no doubt bring many families together in the face of one of the most challenging health conditions out there, whilst also raising money for more dementia specialist Admiral Nurses.”

If you would like to find out more about taking part in Raise Your Game for Dementia UK, please get in touch by emailing raisey...@dementiauk. org or calling 020 8036 5475.

If you have any questions or concerns around dementia, please contact Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurse Dementia Helpline on 0800 888 6678 or help...@dementiauk.org.