Pondero Winchester – Dementia: How to make life happier and easier

Caring for someone with dementia can feel overwhelming – but with the right tools and understanding, you can have a hugely positive impact on their well-being: and yours. Mel will describe the SPECAL method and how it can help any family dealing with dementia. She uses simple analogies to explain how the disease affects people, with advice of how to communicate with them to enhance their quality of life.  Using this method can have an immediate impact on a difficult situation.

Mel is a highly experienced Speech and Language Therapist and trained Contented Dementia Coach, with over 20 years of experience working with clients with neurological conditions. With personal experience of dementia in the family, she is passionate to share the benefits of the SPECAL Method of dementia care, develop by the Contented Dementia trust. Discover how the ‘SPECAL Photograph Album’ analogy makes dementia easier to understand and learn why everyday communication is often ineffective. Begin to explore how changes in the way you communicate will help maintain a positive outlook and improved well being for both carer and the person with dementia, even as the dementia progresses. Mel is the founder of http://neurospeechclinic.com.

Pondero Winchester talks are held in the fabulous setting of the Cart & Horses, Kingsworthy, and every session starts with good coffee and networking.

Please email talks@pondero.co.uk if you have any difficulties booking tickets.