ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) is working in partnership with Alzheimer’s Society to host a number of online awareness sessions to create more Dementia Friends in the convenience sector.
Session Content – Signs of dementia; physical effects of dementia; impact of dementia on in-store behaviour and interactions; how to identify and effectively support customers who may be affected by dementia.
Ideal for – Shop floor colleagues and anyone interested in helping customers, colleagues, friends and relatives affected by dementia or caring for people living with dementia.
Outcome – Attendees will become Dementia Friends. Attendees can also gain a Dementia Friends badge which can be worn to demonstrate support and understanding around dementia.
For more information about the awareness sessions and to register your interest, please email steve.dowling@acs.org.uk
