TWO amazing events in support of Dementia, right here on your doorstep in Malta!
Both events were held at the prestigious Hilton Hotel in St. Julian’s Malta, on the 6th and 7th September 2024.
The Conference was organised by the Malta Dementia Society, with the participation of the Dementia Care Directorate at the Ministry of Health and the Departments of Gerontology and Dementia Studies, and Nursing at the University of Malta. It brought together local and foreign experts in policy, health, and social care sciences in our endeavour to continue transforming the dementia landscape in Malta and raising awareness.
The Gala Dinner closed off the conference in a most enjoyable way, and was a great opportunity for all the participants to meet in a social ambience. It was an occasion to come together and celebrate over some amazing food, and live music entertainment and dancing.
In the course of the evening, an auction with some fascinating artworks donated by renowned Maltese artists and many other pieces, was also held, with all the proceeds going towards the various activities organised by the Malta Dementia Society for individuals living with dementia in the community or in residential/nursing homes, and their families.
our partners
We would like to thank all our Partners for their contributions and support to help us deliver our two main events of the year – Our Dementia in Malta Conference and the 20th Anniversary Gala Dinner.
Find out more about our Partners and get their contact details by clicking on their logo.
THE CONFERENCE
Date: 6th September 2024
Time: 9:00–16:30Registration is at 8:30am
Venue:Portomaso Suite, Hilton Hotel, St. Julian's, Malta
Lunch and Coffee Breaks are included in the registration fee.
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who attended
This conference was of particular interest to health and social care professionals working in the dementia field, policy makers and the general public, in particular, formal, and informal caregivers of individuals living with dementia. Individuals with dementia were also welcome to participate and share their views on how dementia is affecting their daily lives.
WORKSHOPS
The conference blended the theoretical and practical aspects of dementia management and care by presenting the audience with a number of demonstrations focusing on dancing and physiotherapy activities and six workshops that demonstrate several activities focusing on people living with dementia in Malta, Denmark, Norway, and the UK.
SPEAKERS
We were delighted to have secured some amazing speakers to share their knowledge and experience at our conference and they included:
Charles Scerri
Professor of Dementia Studies at the University of Malta and Chairperson of the Malta Dementia Society.
Anthony Scerri
Senior Lecturer, Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Malta and Vice-chairperson of the Malta Dementia Society.
Jacqueline Parkes
Professor of Applied Mental Health, University of Northampton, UK.
Jean Georges
Executive Director, Alzheimer Europe.
Alex Gobey
Director of the Dementia Care Directorate.
Alexia Mercieca
Architect, Lecturer in Architectural Design, Environments for Mental Health and Dementia, Department of Architecture and Urban Design, University of Malta.
Christian Borg Xuereb
Associated Professor and Head, Department of Gerontology and Dementia Studies, Faculty for Social Wellbeing, University of Malta.
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
Students and researchers also had the opportunity to present their research by putting in an abstract for poster presentation.
THE GALA DINNER
7th September 2024
Did you know we are celebrating our 20th Anniversary?
We were really delighted and excited to welcome our guests to this special Gala Dinner for everyone to enjoy!
The beautiful Merkanti Bay at the Hilton Hotel was the venue to enjoy a fun evening of an al fresco** 4 Course Dinner, Delicious Food, LIVE Music Entertainment, Award Ceremony and Dancing!
Thank you to all our guests who had a fun night out joining our celebrations, but for also doing your bit to support our efforts to continue helping the many people in Malta, who are living with dementia, their relatives and carers. The evening was a great way to help us raise funds and we also had a raffle and auction of some incredible items including works of local artists and much more.
Date:7th September 2024
Time:19:30
Venue:Merkanti Bay, Hilton Hotel, St. Julian's, Malta
Dress Code:Smart
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Gala Dinner Programme
19.30
Doors open with drinks available from the bar
20.00
Dinner will be served and followed with Live Music, Raffle, Auction, Awards and Dancing