Tim the Mobile Barber

So ends another year.

Thank you to all those who supported me throughout the year it was a pleasure to work with and for you all.

I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and best wishes for the year ahead.

2023 has come around too quickly but I look forward to seeing you all again in the new year!

Thank you

Tim

Fantastic morning! Thanks to all who came was a great success! 😁

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As face coverings become mandatory in shops and enclosed public spaces from today we ask-Are people with dementia required to wear a face mask ?

Wearing a face mask helps stop the spread of coronavirus and reduces the risk of you catching coronavirus but the law says that if a person has a ‘reasonable excuse’ then they do not have to wear a face covering.

What is a ‘reasonable excuse’ not to wear a face mask?

The requirement to wear a face mask does not apply to a person with dementia if they have a ‘reasonable excuse’, which could include the following:

Wearing a face mask would cause them severe distress
Someone with them needs to read their lips to communicate
They need to eat, drink or take medication
They cannot physically put on or wear a face covering
If you or someone you are with is challenged for not wearing a face mask, explain that they have dementia and can’t.

There are identity cards available which indicate that you have a hidden disability and have a reasonable excuse not to wear a face covering. For example, the Alzheimer’s Society’s free helpcards can be useful to carry with you under such circumstances.

Some people like to wear a sunflower lanyard, which indicates hidden disabilities including dementia. These are becoming more popular and well-recognised in shops.

Alternatively, a letter from a GP or hospital consultant detailing the person’s dementia could help too.

Should a person with dementia wear a face mask?
It is best for everyone’s safety and wellbeing to follow the guidance and wear face masks when required but it is understandable that there will be circumstances when that is not possible. We know that there are good and bad days.

If wearing a face mask causes a person with dementia distress and anxiety, then this is a ‘reasonable excuse’ for the person not to cover their face.

It may be as simple as reminding the person about the coronavirus pandemic or trying different styles of mask. Try different materials that they are familiar with or consider using a clear visor, which means you can see each other’s faces.

Be patient, offer encouragement and reassurance. If wearing the mask will still cause the person distress and worry, then do not use a face mask and people will understand once you have explained the situation.

Great News back to barbering on the 6th of July, looking forward to getting back on the road again! See you all soon
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Under Current restrictions my barbering services have stopped!
Hopefully we'll be back in service soon!

Please return any oxygen cylinders currently not being used to any community pharmacy. There is a shortage and community pharmacies will get them to where they can be used.