Charity Alzheimer Scotland call on people to hold Tea & Blether events

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Alzheimer Scotland is calling on people of Lanarkshire to get the kettle on and start talking about dementia and their brain health.The Tea & Blether campaign can be whatever you want it to be - a coffee morning, afternoon tea or bake sale.At home, work or in your local community, your event will help to improve life for people with dementia, and those who care for them.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Pick a date between May 27 and June 2, a place and bring your favourite people together for “a chat, a cuppa and a slice of cake”.

Register your Tea & Blether event online and you will get access to the charity’s great fundraising guide full of hints and tips, event posters, print-your-own bunting and more.

Alzheimer Scotland’s centres all over the country will also be running Tea & Blether events to mark Dementia Awareness Week.Kirsty Stewart, executive lead for stakeholder engagement at Alzheimer Scotland, said: “Tea & Blether is all about connecting with other people and sharing experiences.“Whether you are a person living with dementia, a carer, family member or you are worried about your memory and looking for ways to maintain your brain health, this is a perfect opportunity to connect with Alzheimer Scotland and a very supportive community.“We are really looking forward to bringing everyone