Astley View care home raises funds for Alzheimer's Society

Residents, families, friends and team members at Astley View Care Home in Chorley came together last week to mark Dementia Action Week with a cake sale and doughnut decorating afternoon in support of the Alzheimer's Society.

The event included a cake sale and doughnut decorating activity, with residents and visitors creating colourful designs using bright icing, toppings and forget-me-not decorations, the flower widely recognised as a symbol of dementia awareness. Donations were collected throughout the afternoon, with all proceeds being donated to the Alzheimer's Society. With contributions still coming in, the final fundraising total is still being counted.

Dementia Action Week is an annual campaign that encourages greater awareness and understanding of dementia, while highlighting the importance of supporting people living with dementia and those closest to them.

For the team at Astley View Care Home, the week has particular significance, with many residents living with dementia and families navigating the challenges that can come with a diagnosis.

Christina Durnan, Registered Manager at Astley View Care Home, said: "Dementia touches the lives of so many people, the person living with dementia as well as their family and friends. Dementia Action Week gives us an opportunity to raise awareness, start conversations and show our support for everyone affected."

"Our residents, families and team members really embraced the event. It brought people together for a cause that means a great deal to many of us. We would like to thank everyone who joined us, donated and helped make the afternoon such a success. Every contribution will help support the important work being carried out by the Alzheimer's Society."

Astley View provides residential, dementia and respite care and regularly hosts activities that help residents remain connected to their local community while supporting national awareness campaigns and charitable causes.

The home welcomes visitors throughout the year and encourages anyone looking for dementia, residential or respite care to come and see the home for themselves, meet the team and learn more about the support available. To find out more or arrange a visit, please visit Evermore Care Homes or contact Astley View Care Home directly on 01257 786 005.