Stoke Mandeville care home takes on 100 mile challenge to raise funds for Dementia UK

The team at Fremantle Court Care Home in Stoke Mandeville is taking on a 100-mile fundraising challenge this November to support people living with dementia and their families.

Home to 41 residents living with dementia, Fremantle Court is taking on the challenge to honour the people who live there, raise awareness of dementia and support the vital work of Dementia UK, The Orders of St John Care Trust’s (OSJCT) charity partner of the year.

Together, colleagues will cover 100 miles through a combination of running, walking, cycling and rowing.

For the team, supporting people living with dementia is closely connected to the care they provide every day. Understanding each resident as an individual, recognising what matters to them and supporting their families are central to creating a home where people feel safe, valued and understood.

The money raised will support Dementia UK’s work providing specialist advice and guidance through its Admiral Nurses. These specialist dementia nurses help people living with dementia, their families and carers navigate challenges and access the right support when they need it.

Although there are currently 483 contracted Admiral Nurses working across the UK, specialist dementia nursing within care homes remains limited. Just 20 Admiral Nurses have a primary focus on supporting people living with dementia in care home settings, five of whom are employed by OSJCT.

This makes OSJCT one of only 11 care providers in the UK to have developed a dedicated Admiral Nurse team, highlighting the importance of specialist support for residents, their families and care colleagues.

Every contribution, big or small, will help Dementia UK continue its work supporting people affected by dementia.

To support the Fremantle Court team, visit their 100 Miles for Dementia UK fundraising page.