Sir John Whittingdale MP encourages people in Maldon with lived experience of dementia to take part in a first-of-its-kind national consultation.
The Geller Commission is an independent network of leaders from across the dementia sector including Alzheimer’s Society, Dementia UK, UKDRI, World Dementia Council and more. Together they will produce a report, alongside their academic partner University College London, with costed and practical policy recommendations for government to reduce dementia-related hospital occupation.
To help inform this report, The Commission launched a call for evidence from people from around the country with lived experience of dementia. This includes people living with dementia, their carers and family members. Further information on how to take part is available on their website at https://thegellercommission.org/call-for-evidence/.
Sir John is pictured below meeting with The Geller Commission in Parliament on Monday to discuss this and mark the start of Dementia Action Week.
Chair of The Geller Commission Laurence Geller CBE said, “We know that too often, when people living with dementia are hospitalised, the care that they receive is not always appropriate for their condition, and their time in hospital can increase the velocity of the disease. It is my hope that by convening this Commission, we can find practical solutions to improve the lives of people living with the impact of a dementia diagnosis and reduce undue pressure on the health service.”
Sir John said, “Reducing hospital occupancy for people with dementia in Maldon is crucial. I know from speaking to local healthcare networks and professionals, community groups and constituents that lots of people have important experiences to share. I strongly encourage them to submit to The Geller Commission’s public consultation and be part of their fantastic work to help improve the lives of people living with dementia.”
Sir John is pictured below with Laurence Geller CBE
