Recently, staff and service users of Gors Felen resource centre organised a fundraising event to raise funds towards social groups on the island that support people who have been affected by Alzheimer’s and Dementia.

The centre, which offers day opportunities for adults with learning disabilities, organised a day where staff and service users could wear their pyjamas and raise money in aid of two local social groups that support people with Alzheimer’s or Dementia.

Carers Trust North Wales (Crossroads Care Services) were one the groups to receive funding, they offer both respite services to unpaid carers across the Island and drop in groups for people with memory problems and their carers. Memory Lane Club (based in Newborough) was the second group, a support group set up by volunteers that meet every month to provide activities and friendship for those affected by Alzheimer’s/Dementia or those who have feelings of loneliness and isolation across the island.

Annwen Owen, Manager of Gors Felen Resource Centre, said, “We organised the pyjama day at the centre in order to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s and Dementia.”

“It was great to see so many of our service users and staff turn out in their favourite nightwear to support such an important cause. The day was a great success and we raised a total of £630. Both groups play a vital role in the local community, offering support to those suffering from Alzheimer’s or Dementia and their friends and families.

Ends: 10/07/2019