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Kirrie Connection's personal approach to the pandemic

Happier times at last years s Kirrie Connections festive party
IT is the only one of its kind in Scotland but has made a massive difference to people diagnosed with dementia and their families.
Kirrie Connections dementia hub in Angus is a meeting place which has become a centre of excellence with the focus on how to help those faced with a dementia or Alzheimer’s diagnosis.
Based on an idea which originated in the Netherlands, where there are now 170 of the meeting centre model venues, at its heart is face to face social interaction, activities and stimulation. Its whole ethos was based on helping people living with the early stages of dementia with a personal approach. ....

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Lockdown Zoom challenge proves to be a hit for former WRNS

Ailsa Stewart being presented with he 100th birthday from the Queen by her son Patrick Stewart, a former Lord Lieutentant of Argyll and Bute
By Deborah Anderson
WITH a combined age of 776, eight former WRNS have shown just how adaptable they have become in lockdown.
Like many groups and clubs who have been forced to close their doors this year and shift their services online, SSAFA, one of the oldest armed forces charities looked at how they could do things differently and keep veterans connected.
To mark the 75th anniversary of Victory in Japan in August and Armistice Day in November, the charity brought together a group of WRNS, Women s Royal Naval Service, who served in the Second World War for a virtual meeting. The ladies got together, including Ailsa Stewart, who turns 106 on Monday. ....

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Christmas card kindness has brought festive cheer to care home residents

IT was a ritual which many people now seem to put off. Sending Christmas cards is a tradition which has changed in recent years, with some opting for e-cards or a donation to charity instead.
However, there is no denying the lift some people still get when a card drops through their door and they realise someone is thinking of them.
With sending a card or a letter to a relative among the many simple things you can go to help people feel connected, it is no wonder Age Scotland is hoping people might put pen to paper this year for what has been a particularly tough year. ....

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Christmas Connections: Volunteers giving up their time to help fight isolation

“I was linked up with Mary in August and I now call her every Wednesday.
“Isolation and loneliness is so terrible for your mental health and I was really worried seeing what was happening with lockdown. I hated the thought of people being on their own or not being able to get out during the pandemic. I just wanted to do something to help.”
Mrs Houston says they have developed a strong connection.
She added: “I love chatting to Mary. We found out early on that we both had a passion for youth work and it’s great find out about her life and she asks me about mine. It’s so relaxed and informal. I really enjoy it. ....

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