by Fiona Mitchell | Aug 15, 2023 | Our Stories
During World Alzheimer’s Month, Fiona Mitchell explores how the Caring Café, run by Crossroads Care, has become a lifeline for people living with dementia and their carers It was more than 20 years ago that visitors attended the launch of London’s very first ‘dementia...
by Fiona Mitchell | Aug 14, 2023 | Our Stories
During World Alzheimer’s Month, we are saying a big thank you to former carer, service user and Crossroads volunteer Remo Grasso (pictured front, left) who has most generously supported a number of our community projects, including volunteering at our weekly...
by Fiona Mitchell | Jun 14, 2023 | Our Stories
What a difference a Crossroads Care community respite group is making to fathers of children with often profound disabilities and special needs With all the joy that being a parent brings, it can also be a worrying time. And for those who have a child with a...
by Fiona Mitchell | Jun 12, 2023 | Our Stories
Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston upon Thames began supporting 73-year-old Han* after his son Raymond*, 46, had a cardiac arrest back in November 2020, leading to brain injury, balance and mobility problems, as well as challenges with speech and langauge. A keen...
by Fiona Mitchell | Jun 7, 2023 | Our Stories
During Carers Week 2023, *Susan, 81, shares her experience of caring for her husband Tim*, also 81, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in July 2014. Although Tim’s physical health is fairly good — he is completely mobile — he has little interest in any activities and...