Dementia tour bus will roll into Lancing for immersive experience for all
Step aboard the Virtual Dementia Tour Bus for an immersive experience that offers insight into some of the everyday challenges faced by people living with dementia.
Through a free interactive sensory simulation, caregivers and the public can experience the disorientation and sensory challenges of living with dementia.
Lancing Parish Council is holding a Dementia Carers Awareness Event at Lancing Parish Hall, South Street, Lancing, on Friday, September 4, from 10am to 4pm.
Meet 16 local organisations, access information and support, and learn more about dementia and the services available for people living with dementia, their families, and carers.
The event has been organised in partnership with Beehive Care, Lancing Carers Support Group and Adur Voluntary Action. To book your space on the bus, telephone Janet Withell on 07832385096.
Fran Corney, community engagement and events manager, said: “Visitors will have the opportunity to meet local organisations, find out more about the services available in the area and connect with others in a friendly and welcoming environment.
" The event aims to provide a valuable opportunity for people affected by dementia to access support and information all in one place.
"A key feature of the day will be the Virtual Dementia Tour Bus – a mobile, immersive training experience designed to help healthy-brained individuals experience some of the physical and cognitive realities of living with dementia. The experience offers an insight into some of the everyday challenges faced by people living with the condition.”
There are still a limited number of spaces available to experience the Dementia Bus at noon and after 3pm. To book a space, call 07832 385096.
Fran added: “As this is the first time the Dementia Carers Awareness Event has been held, we are looking forward to bringing together local services and the community for what they hope will become a valuable source of information and support.
"The event is free to attend and everyone is welcome to come along, meet the organisations taking part and find out more about dementia and the support available locally.”