In conversation with Beth Britton

About this episode

The episode features a conversation with dementia campaigner Beth Britton about her experiences and work in the sector.

In this episode, we speak with dementia campaigner and long-time MacIntyre collaborator Beth Britton about her personal journey into the sector, shaped by caring for her father, and the work she has led since. We explore Beth’s longstanding partnership with MacIntyre, the growing link between learning disability - in particular Down Syndrome - and dementia, and the development of new, sector-leading training on dementia and bereavement. Beth also reflects on co-designing courses with people with lived experience, the importance of communication and environment in care, and the impact of getting support right. Plus, Beth shares the story behind her recent MBE and what continues to drive her work today. If this content interests you, sign up for the next course from ARC England, on loss and bereavement on 19 May. Link here.

People in this episode

Host: MacIntyre Families

Guest: Beth Britton

Topics covered

• dementia
• learning disability
• Down Syndrome
• bereavement
• care
• training
• personal journey

Keywords

• dementia
• Down Syndrome
• care
• training
• bereavement
• personal journey
• MacIntyre
• Beth Britton
• MBE
• co-designing courses

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: MacIntyre, ARC England

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