Sandwell VCS Directory

Welcome to the most comprehensive directory of Sandwell's Voluntary and Community Sector, provided by SCVO, the Sector's local infrastructure support agency. This search engine offers a free and public signpost to many local organisations and the services they offer.

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BUDS - Better Understanding of Dementia for Sandwell

BUDS’ target audience is predominantly people living with dementia and their carers and families. However, BUDS has extended some of its services to people over the age of 65 who are experiencing isolation due to the pandemic.

The organisation currently telephones their client group weekly. During these phone calls, vaccination is discussed. Clients are asked if they have received the vaccine, whether they been contacted or are there any reasons why they may not get the vaccine and if BUDS can help. The charity is also in contact with a separate group of carers through their Carer and Family Support Service to make the same enquiries. Information has been passed on to Carers about the recent change in in guidelines that has prioritised carers for the vaccine. For clients unable to leave the house, support is being provided by contacting GPs to find out how and when their vaccine will be administered. Support is also being provided to families around the issue of mental capacity and consent to the vaccine which affects some people living with dementia.

BUDS put regular posts on their Facebook page encouraging people to take up the vaccine and be proactive if they have not been yet contacted.

Address details

Address
Hope House, George Road Community Church 142 George Road
Postal Town
Oldbury
Postcode
B68 9LN

Organisation Contact Details

Phone
0121 565 3721
Email
info@buds.co.uk
Charity Commission registration number
1133484

Contact Person Details

Contact Name
Claire Mahmood
Role
Carer and Family Support Manager
Email
claire.mahmood@buds.co.uk
Contact Name
Sharon Crowley
Role
General Manager
Telephone
0121 565 3721
Email
sharon.crowley@buds.co.uk
Contact Name
Louise Roper
Role
Business Support Officer
Telephone
0121 565 3721
Email
louise.roper@buds.co.uk

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Main Beneficiaries

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  • Age Focus

    • Young adults aged 19-25 years
    • Adults aged 26-64 years
    • Older people aged 65 years and over

Organisation last updated: Mon, 1st February 2021

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