1. By Diane Wallace & Tracey Gould
Lean On Me Service
By Diane Wallace & Tracey Gould

2. Lean On Me, when you're not strong and I'll be your friend From Song Lean On Me By Bill Withers

3. Introduction
Our Lean On Me is a new service in Stafford funded by Big Lottery Fund to support carers of loved ones living with Dementia.

4. Quotations!
“I just want to be able to have my hair done once a week and have piece of mind that he is looked after “
“I need  to be able to  meet with friends for a coffee in a different environment without feeling anxious “
“It would be nice to meet my old RAF mates for a pint in the local, and know she is safe and looked after”
“I have cancelled 3 personal  medical appointments as I cant leave my wife alone.”

5. Project
The project aims to be reactive to the daily lives, needs, issues and concerns for carers by offering timeout.
The service is bespoke support in their own homes for carers and the people with dementia.

6. Benefits Therefore, carer’s will feel Less isolated Better informed
Less stressed.
Time to reflect and relax.
Take a break away for just a few hours
More socially included with friends and family.

7. Volunteering
Volunteers help us support as many carers and their families affected by Dementia.
Make a special difference by supporting someone in your community.
Be a valued part of our team, offer of training and reimbursement of out of pocket expenses.

8. Benefits of Volunteering
1. Gain confidence - The chance to try something new and build a real sense of achievement.
2. Make a difference - A real and valuable positive affect on people, communities and society in general.
3. Meet people and make new friends.
4. Be part of a community - Part of something outside your friends and family.
5. Learn new skills - Gain experience and sometimes even qualifications.
6. Take on a challenge. Try something different, achieve personal goals, practice using your skills and discover hidden talents.
7. Have fun! - Have a great time, regardless of why they do it. 

9. Dementia Outreach Manager Assistant Dementia Outreach Manager
Contacts
Limewood, Limetree Avenue,
Northfield Village,
Stafford ST16 3DF.
Telephone no:
Diane Wallace
Dementia Outreach Manager
Mobile:
Tracey Gould
Assistant Dementia Outreach Manager
Mobile:
NOTE: New Generic will be set up for referrals