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Metcalfe Dementia Service Opening

Published on 25 August 2023 11:50 AM

Pictured: Age UK Sunderland’s Chief Executive Officer, Tracy Collins and Chair Graeme Miller

Our Metcalfe Dementia Support Centre in Hetton is now open!

Graeme Miller the Chair of Age UK Sunderland commented “We are very proud of the new development which will support people in the moderate stage of their dementia diagnosis. Dementia rates are rising and Age UK Sunderland is committed to providing good quality services to try and meet rising demand for support”.
 
Tracy Collins, Chief Executive Officer at Age UK Sunderland said: “Our new dementia support service offers dedicated support Monday to Friday at the day centre, providing a wide range of tailored activities for people living with dementia and much needed respite for their carers.
 
The new renovated centre is vibrant and stimulating with a fantastic sensory garden and is a lovely place to support people at an often difficult phase in their lives”.