Chichester MP Jess Brown-Fuller and Bognor Regis and Littlehampton MP Alison Griffiths are hosting a Parliamentary event this morning with West Sussex charity Dementia Support.
They are showcasing the success of Sage House in Tangmere, the UK’s first dementia hub, which brings all services under one roof.
The charity says the model improves lives and saves the NHS nearly £1,800 per person and hopes to roll it out nationally.
Jess Brown-Fuller, MP for Chichester, said: “It is fantastic to welcome Dementia Support to Parliament. Their model of care has proven revolutionary in Chichester, and we now need to see national recognition of this. Patients, carers, families and friends all benefit from having dementia services under one roof and from the fantastic care they receive at Sage House. Hopefully, the reception in Parliament will give their work the attention it deserves and help ensure that replication of Sage House can happen across the country.”
Sally Tabbner, Dementia Support CEO, said: “We are delighted to have the opportunity to speak to MPs and Peers in Westminster about the urgent change needed in support for people affected by dementia. With so many individuals impacted and a shortage of services available nationwide, it is vital that we explore new approaches. The Sage House Model demonstrates the real benefits of an integrated, person-centred approach, and we are excited to share how it can improve lives, strengthen communities, and support families and carers across the country."
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