I can still learn new skills with dementia.

 

Before I was diagnosed with Vascular Dementia I worked full time. I used to do some basic knitting, and a very limited amount of crochet. I had been looking for a knitting/ crochet group to join, the only ones I could find were on weekdays, which I couldn’t attend due to working commitments. 

When I was diagnosed, I had to stop working which was a massive change to my life. I knew I needed to keep my brain as active as possible, so I decided to join a knit and natter group. 

 

This group really helped me as the ladies in the group are very friendly and great company. This gave me a place where I can go to socialise, they all know I have dementia and are really supportive. They have taught me to crochet and believe I can still learn new skills. The granny square blanket I made has given me a sense of achievement and is proof I can still be useful.

 

Cathy