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The Hidden Strain of Dementia Support Systems

When people think about dementia, they often think about memory loss, diagnosis, or the practical aspects of care.

What is spoken about far less is the emotional toll of trying to navigate support systems, whilst also coping with the reality of someone you care about living with dementia.

Over the past few years, families have reached out to me for support during incredibly vulnerable times. In one situation, a family approached me specifically for guidance and advocacy.

In another, my role began as a companion and personal assistant for somebody living with...

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Apprenticeship awards for University of Exeter

Apprenticeships at the University of Exeter have been boosted by two prizes at the Exeter College Apprentice and Employer Awards.

Maddy Geen was named Business Administration Apprentice of the Year, while Head of Apprenticeships Jonathan Cresswell won the Apprenticeship Innovation Award.

The university was also a finalist for Levy Employer of the Year at the event last Thursday (22 February).

Maddy was recognised for her achievements as a Business Administration Apprentice at the university.

Becky Jones, Maddy’s line manager, said: “Maddy joined the team...

HMS Exeter Association gathers to remember 70th anniversary of the dedication of the Exeter Window

On Saturday 3rd March 2018 people will come from all over the world to take part in a Civic Reception, Remembrance & wreath laying Service in Exeter, to remember the 70th Anniversary of the Dedication of the Exeter Window.

HMS Exeter was involved in one of the most significant sea battles of the 2nd World War; The Battle of the River Plate. Following that battle, HMS Exeter went onto further battles and met its demise at the hands of the Japanese on 1st March 1942, with the loss of 50 men. During 3 years in Japanese POW camps, a further 150 crew lost their lives. Survivors...

Heroes of caring professions recognised at regional awards

The work of the region’s professional carers and care sector organisations is set to be honoured at the first Outstanding Care Awards for Devon and Cornwall.

Launched by Kelly Harper and Kat Green, Founders and Partners of the South West based Care Network Group, the awards will showcase and celebrate the exceptional individuals and organisations dedicated to caring for many of the region’s most vulnerable people.

Devon County Council, Torbay Council and Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust are amongst organisations backing the initiative.

Kat Green, co-chair...

Further problems for Exeter commuters

There was more bad news today (Feb 28th) for Exeter commuters who have faced travel disruption around Topsham Road in recent days.

The busy route has been closed due to a burst water main caused by the freezing conditions.

But yesterday, engineers working to fix the problem damaged a gas pipe causing further problems.

Darryl Goddard, Wales & West Utilities Area Engineering Manager for South West England said: “We were alerted to reports of a gas leak yesterday evening in the Topsham Road area of Exeter and immediately sent an engineer to investigate. "On arrival...

Strictly champ on the hunt for local winners

Former Strictly Come Dancing winner and TV presenter, Ore Oduba, is calling on people in Exeter to nominate local good causes for recognition in the National Lottery Awards 2018 – the annual search to find the UK’s favourite Lottery funded projects. The call comes as new figures show that more than £5.3 million of National Lottery funding was invested in Exeter in 2017 alone. A total of 36 National Lottery grants were awarded in Exeter during last year; providing a vital boost to arts, sports and heritage projects alongside community groups helping those most in need. A wide variety of...

Exeter City staff join PCUK charity cycle from London to Amsterdam

A team of cyclists from business across Exeter will be taking part in a charity bike ride from London to Amsterdam, including three members of staff from Exeter City FC.

The team, which includes our hospitality and events manager Jake Wood, finance assistant Lynn Travis and media manager Simon Larkins, are taking on the 145-mile trip to the Dutch capital to raise money for Prostate Cancer UK.

The annual event, which is organized by the EFL and League Managers Association, sees football fans from around the country join some famous faces from the game as they pedal their way...

Cooking for family and preparing intimate meals for two -the two most enjoyable ways to use culinary skills

Cooking a wholesome meal for the family is the very best way to spend time in the kitchen, according to a survey from David Wilson Homes across Exeter.

Asking 2,000 people which type of cooking they like best, the five star housebuilder received an overwhelming response - with more than half of those asked saying they’d rather feed their closest relatives than rustle up an intimate dinner for two (14 per cent).

“Since our buyers tell us the kitchen is one of the most popular rooms in the new homes we build, we thought we’d find out how people like to spend their time there...

Cream teas for mums at Seaton Wetlands

Mother’s Day is all about making mums feel special and loved, which is why East Devon District Council’s Countryside team has come up with the terrific idea of combining a visit to one of the district’s top nature attractions, Seaton Wetlands, with a delicious cream tea.

Just bring your mum to the Seaton Wetlands Discovery Hut on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 March from 10am to 4pm and enjoy a cream tea for just £3 per person on a first come first served basis. There’s no need to book, just turn up.

Councillor Tom Wright, East Devon’s portfolio holder for the environment...

Devon prepared for possible snow showers

Devon is braced for potential snow showers from the early hours of tomorrow morning (Wednesday 28 February) and motorists are being warned to be aware of possible disruption on the county’s roads.

Devon County Council, Highways England and Devon and Cornwall Police will be activating the Haldon/Telegraph Hill Plan overnight, deploying staff to the forward control point in the early hours with gritters, snow ploughs and tractors on hand, should they be needed, prior to the morning peak period.

Forecasts suggest that wintry shows could hit South Devon from midnight onwards...

SETsquared partnership ranked as the world’s top business incubator

The SETsquared partnership has been ranked as the world’s leading business incubator for its outstanding contribution to developing the next generation of UK tech entrepreneurs.

The announcement was made at the World Incubation Summit in Toronto, Canada. This confirmed SETsquared’s pre-eminence as ‘number one’ in its field, having maintained its world-leading position since 2015. SETsquared’s ranking comes as a result of the world's most extensive benchmark study of university-linked business incubators and accelerators, conducted by UBI Global, and has recognised SETsquared as the...

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The Hidden Strain of Dementia Support Systems

Apprenticeship awards for University of Exeter

HMS Exeter Association gathers to remember 70th anniversary of the dedication of the Exeter Window

Heroes of caring professions recognised at regional awards

Further problems for Exeter commuters

Strictly champ on the hunt for local winners

Exeter City staff join PCUK charity cycle from London to Amsterdam

Cooking for family and preparing intimate meals for two -the two most enjoyable ways to use culinary skills

Cream teas for mums at Seaton Wetlands

Devon prepared for possible snow showers

SETsquared partnership ranked as the world’s top business incubator

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