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Who we areInnovations in Dementia CIC is managed by three co-directors, Rachael Litherland, Steve Milton and Nada Savitch, who combine many years experience of work in the dementia field. All passionately believe in the human rights and potential of people with dementia and are committed to practically demonstrating how a more positive approach can work in practice. Rachael, Steve and Nada have experience in user involvement, accessibility, training, research and information.
She is an experienced public speaker, having represented the programme at numerous key national and international conferences. Rachael leads our work with involving people with dementia, communication and inclusion. Email Rachael at rachael@innovationsindementia.org.uk
Steve Milton has worked in social care since 1987 as a researcher, writer, trainer, and service manager. He has worked in the dementia care field since 1995. In 1996 he set up the Alzheimer's Society helpline, which he ran until 2002. During that time the helpline provided support and information to over 150,000 people. He has been involved in training since 1994, and became an associate trainer for Dementia Voice in 2003. As a dementia care trainer, he received Alzhemer's Society accreditation in 2004. Steve leads our work around training, disablity rights and policy work. Email Steve at steve@innovationsindementia.org.uk Nada Savitch has a background in information work and worked as website manager for the Alzheimer’s Society for almost six years. During this time she provided support and training to groups of people with dementia who were interested in using computers. She also worked on a consultation basis with people with dementia to design websites and to develop new and accessible computer software. Nada leads our work around technology, computers, websites and accessibility. Nada is currently researching how websites can be better designed for
people with dementia. Email Nada at Nada@innovationsindementia.org.uk If you would like to know more, please email us at ideas@innovationsindementia.org.uk Innovations in Dementia CIC, PO Box 616, Exeter, EX1 9JB Registered as a community interest company No. 06046815. © Innovations in dementia CIC 2008
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Rachael
Litherland has worked with older people and people with dementia
for the past 10 years. With a background in psychology and advocacy, she
developed and managed the national “Living with Dementia”
programme for the Alzheimer’s Society between 2000 and May 2006.
This included providing leadership on issues relating to the involvement
and support of people with dementia and supporting people with dementia
in service and information development, campaigning and self-advocacy.