Gillian Keegan went along to the Chichester Lunch Club where she joined the group for a light lunch and a game of cards or two.
The Chichester Lunch Club assists in the support and development of adults, generally older people, living with mental health needs, including early to moderate stages of dementia and mild cognitive impairment, by the provision of facilities for stimulation, social interaction, advice and recreation. We assist Carers by providing respite opportunities and practical help and advice about the support networks available and how to access them. We will sign-post our members to other support networks and assist in referrals and benefit applications, when requested.
Our project involves members in the running of the service giving them a sense of belonging and each person will take a responsibility that they are comfortable with. Members decide what activities they would like to take part in and also make decisions about how they would like to see things develop in the future.
After her visit the MP posted saying: Had a great time at the Chichester Lunch Club which takes place every Tuesday and Thursday and is open to those people with #dementia or who are suffering from #mentalhealth issues. I also went to meet the staff at Sussex Partnership Nhs Trust to learn more about the fantastic work they do and the support they offer to those with mental health problems in our community.... super impressed with the fantastic support available in #Chichester #mentalhealthawarenessweek