DSDC invite people with dementia and their care partners to join Lived Experience Panel 

The Dementia Services Development Centre (DSDC) are inviting people with dementia and their care partners to join their Dementia Lived Experience Panel. 

Being on the Panel involves taking part in research and providing feedback on products and services, as well as receiving updates and the option to attend social events such as DSDC’s blether sessions. 

You can find out more and sign up here: https://mailchi.mp/stir.ac.uk/dementia-lived-experience-panel 

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