Praise for work of Strathaven Memory Club from MSP
A group supporting Lanarkshire residents with dementia has been praised as 'a wonderful resource for the community' by a local MSP.
Clydesdale representative Mairi McAllan visited Strathaven Memory Club, hosted at the town's Trinity Church, for one of their fortnightly sessions – where attendees were entertained by talented members of the Morag Fraser Highland dance group.
The group is for people with memory issues and provides activities, companionship and refreshments and was recognised at this year's South Lanarkshire Provost Awards for their work.
Ms McAllan extended her 'warm thanks' to group members and volunteers for hosting her at the 'brilliant afternoon' and said: 'Strathaven Memory Club has proven to be a wonderful resource for the community.
'Their success can be seen in the growing number of families attending each session and the obvious fun and friendship felt by all in attendance. The meetings provide fun and support, with music and Scottish dancing provided by talented local groups when I attended.'
She added: 'Their efforts received much deserved recognition at the South Lanarkshire Provost Awards this year, and I look forward to seeing their continued work in the community.'
The group supports dozens of families and carers, with a growing volunteer roll and numerous community links.
Meetings take place at Trinity Church in Strathaven on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, from 1.30pm to 3.15pm.
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