On Friday morning, Year 12 & 13 students had a visit from Gillian Davies, who is member of the Alzheimer’s Society. She gave a presentation and a talk to our Psychology and Health and Social students to help increase their understanding of how to deal with people who have dementia.

The students learnt about the ‘dementia mind’ and perception, in order to help break down communication barriers with people who may have dementia.

With 3,600 people having dementia in Wolverhampton, it is important for students who may be considering working with the health services in the future to be more aware of their surroundings, emotions and the need for empathy towards a person who has dementia and who may be confused.

Ms Roderick, St Edmund’s Special Educational Needs Coordinator said: “The talk was well received by all and everyone was happy to get involved with the group activities.”

Louise Dwight in Year 13 said: “It was really inspiring to hear and understand about dementia, it was useful to my work and educating. After listening to the presentation, I am not scared anymore to meet someone who has dementia.”