Crowborough care home hosts Parkinson’s support event

On Friday 27th September, from 2pm-3.30pm, local residents will have the opportunity to find out more about Parkinson’s and the support on offer for families affected by the condition at Care UK’s Heather View, on Beacon Road.

Becky Mitchener, who is a Parkinson’s Specialist Nurse, will offer helpful guidance and practical tips for improving the everyday lives of those affected by Parkinson’s, alongside useful information about local support groups and specialist services in Crowborough and surrounding areas.

There will be a question-and-answer session to give everyone the opportunity to raise individual concerns and share experiences, and attendees will also be able to meet the team at Heather View and get a better feel for what life at a care home is really like.

Natasha King, Home Manager at Heather View, said: “According to Parkinson’s UK*, two people in the UK are diagnosed with Parkinson's disease every hour. Most people diagnosed are over the age of 50, and one in every 500 will develop the condition in later life.

“Across Care UK, we care for many residents living with Parkinson’s and we have seen first-hand how the experiences of individuals and their families can be transformed by having access to the right information and support.

“We are looking forward to welcoming the community to Heather View to benefit from the specialist knowledge and expert advice on offer.”

Heather View has been designed to deliver the very best standards of care and to enable residents to live active and fulfilled lives. The home provides full-time residential, nursing and dementia care, as well as short-term respite and palliative care. The home has its own space for activities, as well as a cinema, sensory room and café.

For more information on Heather View, or to book your place at the event, please call Customer Relations Manager Lisa Phillips on 01892 883 574 or email [email protected]

For more general information, please visit: careuk.com/heather-view