Yesterday at 2pm I went along to the Alzheimers Society AGM at the Desmoulin Gallery.
I remember going along last year as Deputy Mayor, so it was interesting to see how the local branch had progressed in that time. The West Berkshire branch does seem to be a bit of a trailblazer when it comes to innovations. Last year their 'singing for the brain' scheme was new and exciting, this year they have received grant funding to spread the word, set up two other schemes in the area and trained more people to deliver the scheme further afield.
Their latest idea is 'gardening for the brain' which is already a big hit with a number of members regularly gardening on a Friday. The branch support and development worker Chreanne Montgomery-Smith is responsible for creating and organising these schemes, and seems to be very popular with the members as a result!
The chair Karin Beasley stood down at the AGM, and as yet has not been replaced, which is a shame - I hope they find someone to fill her slot soon.
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