Surrey County Cricket Club, in partnership with Alzheimer’s Society, will be marking Alzheimer’s Awareness Week at the Kia Oval during the Rothesay County Championship clash against Warwickshire (Mon 8 – Thurs 11 Sept).
Cricket fans living with dementia have a special invitation to the match, with free tickets available for them, their carers and families to attend all four days of Surrey’s crucial game.
After similar successful events for the previous two years, the Club are continuing their support of the Alzheimer’s Society to transform the way sport supports people affected by dementia, as part of the charity’s Sport United Against Dementia (SUAD) campaign.
The week aims to raise awareness of the symptoms of dementia, featuring dementia-friendly experiences such as a tour of the Virtual Dementia Van on Monday 8 September (Day 1), which is designed to help attendees walk in the shoes of those affected by dementia. Visitors will gain insight into the challenges of living with dementia – such as confusion, isolation, and vulnerability – and learn how small changes can make a big difference in care and accessibility.
With more than 17,000 people estimated to be living with dementia in Surrey, SUAD aims to end the stigma faced by those in the sporting community whom dementia affects, by creating a network of dementia friendly facilities so people can enjoy sport for longer.
The invitation to the match in support of Alzheimer’s Awareness Week is open to all, and people can book their tickets here. For more information, please email accessibility@surreycricket.com.
