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...
by Fiona Mitchell | May 8, 2023 | Friends of Crossroads Stories, Our Stories
‘Volunteering? I’d much rather be doing this than going on cruises!’ says Crossroads Care Trustee Margaret Dangoor who has dedicated her life to the needs of carers. Fiona Mitchell spoke to her to mark the Big Help Out – a community volunteering initiative being held...
