BJF Dementia Advocacy Peer Support Group have been involved in a series of films by Bigger House Films, through DEEP (Dementia Engagement and Empowerment Project) and funded by The National Lottery Community Fund. Together with other organisations members of the groups have described how they reacted when they received their diagnosis, what surprises them, what makes them smile and much more. ... Read more
Are you a carer of a family member or friend with dementia? If you are 18 or older, are currently a carer of a family member or friend who has dementia and did so through the Covid-19 pandemic, you are invited to take part in a research study being conducted within Staffordshire University and University of Derby Online Learning (UDOL) Psychology department. ... Read more
Where did you go? A carer’s reflection You were the strong one Would hold me Waiting for my tears to dry. But now you cry. ... Read more
A carer is someone who helps another person, usually a relative or friend, in their day – to - day lives. There are millions of carers of all ages across the UK who support people in a variety of ways, and who are usually ‘unsung heroes’. They quietly, consistently and compassionately support people often behind the scenes, often unrecognised, and usually unpaid. There are 6.5 million carers across the UK, doing everyday things with everyday people. Whether it be helping with personal things like helping someone to get dressed; helping them to the loo; or helping them to simply move about. Many things that lots of people usually take for granted in their routine, everyday lives. ... Read more
The Beth Johnson Foundation (BJF) has been supporting the ageing population for over 40 years. Based on compassion and determination, its workforce prides themselves in being flexible and adaptable as they proactively respond to the needs of local and national ageing communities. ... Read more
We are always looking for volunteers. If you’d like to give back, and support people going through some tough challenges then volunteer with us. You can learn new skills and enhance existing ones. We will aim to give you a rewarding volunteering experience with ongoing training and help from a supportive team. ... Read more
The staff at Beth Johnson Foundation (BJF) know how this Coronavirus is affecting and impacting our daily lives and we want to help. Although we are unable to offer face - to - face assistance at the moment, we are still available for those of you who need support, advice or maybe someone to simply talk to. With this in mind, we have staff who you can email or ring for each of our three local projects and our intergenerational project in Northern Ireland. ... Read more
Every year there are over a third of a million new diagnosis of cancer in the UK. That means that around a thousand people find out they have cancer every day. The good news is that more people are living with and beyond a diagnosis of cancer. The Beth Johnson Foundation understands that a diagnosis of cancer can have a devastating impact that affects every part of a person’s life. It isn’t just a medical condition, it can also affect a persons’ mental health, relationships, work, finances, hobbies, interests – it can completely change everything a person has previously taken for granted. ... Read more
BJF would like to thank all who applied for the position of Project Co-ordinator, Healthy Generations. ... Read more
Book now for our Digital Technology and Positive Ageing Sessions. BJF are delighted to offer these free weekly workshops to people aged 50+ living in Stoke on Trent.It doesn’t matter if you don’t own a tablet or smart phone, we will bring some along. Places are limited, so book early! ... Read more
Staff, volunteers and Trustees of the Beth Johnson Foundation send their deepest condolences to Her Majesty, the Queen, and the fa ...Read more
We were honoured last week to be invited to the Staffordshire High Sheriff’s Award Ceremony for our work here at t ...Read more
Thank you to all the people of Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire who contributed to our Memory Wall for the National Day of R ...Read more
Our Spring newsletter is now available and we hope that you find it interesting. In it we highlight our new Patron, how are projec ...Read more
