25 July 2026
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Isle of Man News

Dementia Carers Invited to Take Part in Listening Event 

Manx Care is inviting carers to share their experiences and help shape future standards of care for those living with dementia.

The second in a series of ‘In Your Shoes’ meetings will be held on July 24 as part of an organisation-wide initiative that aims to improve the quality of experience for every service user, carer and family member within the services Manx Care provides.

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet clinicians, leaders and third sector partners and tell them about their real life experiences face-to-face.

Dementia Carers

Karen Maddox, Experience and Engagement Lead, is encouraging people to come forward and speak openly about their experiences.

She said: “For this second event, we are really keen to listen to more experiences and views of carers, whether they have had a positive experience or whether they feel there is room for improvement.

“This is another genuine opportunity for carers to share their stories and to influence the future of local care.”

“Following on from our first event in March, we have developed a collaborative working group and action plan to improve the experience of carers and dementia patients.

“This next event is aimed at hearing more voices so we can include further feedback to extend our action plan and efforts to make things better.”

Listening Event

The event will last about two hours and will involve service users, carers, families and staff, discussing experiences individually and in groups.

The event will take place on July 24 from 11am – 1pm at Hospice Isle of Man, Strang, Douglas.

To book your place contact MCALS by email: mcals@gov.im or telephone 642642 by July 17 .

Charlie Morrey is a Broadcast & Multi Media Journalist for Manx.News and also is a Presenter on Energy FM. Charlie has previously written for Isle of Man Newspapers, magazines and also started her broadcasting career with Manx Radio.

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