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A TRALEE woman, who cares for her mother who was diagnosed with dementia in 2014, says an information service coming to town next week is a great point of contact for carers of alzheimer’s and dementia patients in Tralee and surrounding areas.
The Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland’s Mobile Information service, which provides information and support for people with dementia and their families, is to visit Bon Secours Hospital Tralee’s main car park between 11am and 4pm on Tuesday, September 4.
Ms Kathleen McEvoy, who is a patient in the Bon Secours Hospital Tralee, was diagnosed with dementia in April 2014. Her daughter and carer, Linda McEvoy, spoke about her experience with dementia and what she has learned along the way.
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“I have been through the full circle and each day brings a new challenge. Since mom was first diagnosed, I have learned a lot about the disease. I now know how to spot when things are not quite right with mom who also suffers from secondary illnesses related to dementia. She has difficulties with swallowing, chest infections and agitation to name just a few”
Linda is happy to see that the Mobile Information Service is visiting the Bon Secours Hospital Tralee and sees this as a point of contact for carers of alzheimer’s and dementia patients in Tralee and surrounding areas.
“Dementia can be a disheartening and devastating disease for the person themselves and their family, this is a great opportunity for carers to speak about any concerns or questions they may have. It would be beneficial for carers to speak about how they are coping and to discuss the support services which are available”.
Dementia Advisors, Amy Murphy and Vanessa Bradbury, will be on hand to provide information and support about memory loss, how a diagnosis is made, managing day to day with dementia as well as support and services available for people with dementia and their families.
For information about the Mobile Information Service call 1800 341 341 or visit www.alzheimer.ie
