Hazelbury Bryan residents were enthused by a dementia awareness session given by Hilary Drake and Anne Kings from Dementia Friendly Gillingham at the end of January.

Anne said: “Hilary and I were made so welcome, and it was such a joy to give this talk to people who wanted to know as much as possible about how they can support those who are living with dementia, and their carers. Dementia Friendly Gillingham is a charity and we are all volunteers, and our role is to help support those living with dementia in Gillingham and the surrounding area. Dementia has no boundaries and neither do we.
“We would also like to say thank you for the sum of £114.45 which was raised from the donations given for afternoon tea.”
Anne and Hilary were joined by a cuddly marmalade kitten, a companion ‘pet’ who entertained the group during the afternoon session, and has now been adopted by the village. It will be used to help give a smile and some comfort when needed.