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Welcome to the first edition of our Adult Social Care newsletter
Adult Social Care is a department within Richmond Council that supports adults aged 18 and over to stay as independent and well for as long as possible. We work with adults to help them to achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.
In this newsletter, we will share helpful information on our services and how you can access them. We will also give you helpful tips on staying independent and how you can get involved in local activities and events.
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Full of Life Fair
 Annual Full of Life Fair returns bigger and better for 2022
70+ stalls and activities from a variety of local services and organisations will be at Twickenham Stadium tomorrow (Friday 23 September), to provide residents with information and resources around health options, social care and how to get involved with local groups and meet new people.
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Vaccinations
 Help protect yourself and others this winter with your flu jab and COVID-19 autumn booster
This winter there are two essential vaccines needed to protect yourself and those around you: the flu vaccine and the COVID-19 booster vaccine. Find out if you are eligible and how to book on our website.
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Care Technology
 Technology can help you stay independent
Do you know how simple, effective technology can help people stay independent and in their homes for longer? With so much choice available it can be overwhelming knowing what to choose.
There are different types of care technology, including:
- Smart home technology, such as smart plugs, doorbells and home hubs
- Movement sensors and home monitoring systems
- Smartphones and wearables, such as activity trackers
- Video devices and tablets, such as iPads or Video Carephones
- Robotics and Cobotics
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Dementia
 World Alzheimer’s Month
September is World Alzheimer’s Month, and it aims to raise awareness on dementia. Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of progressive disorders affecting the brain.
In January 2021, 1,145 people aged over 65-year-old registered with a GP in Richmond upon Thames had a recorded diagnosis of dementia. This figure climbs to 1,722 – or 5.48% of those aged over 65 in the borough – when estimates of those living with undiagnosed dementia are added.
There is strong evidence to suggest that changing certain behaviours may help reduce your risk of developing dementia including eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly and being socially active.
Find out more about dementia prevention and risk reduction, and how we support dementia friendly communities on our website.
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