In this talk Helen and Ellie will discuss about age related and non-age-related memory loss and how to boost our memory. We will also introduce sense of self and discuss how important it is for our health and wellbeing and how using mindfulness and present moment awareness of nature can help to preserve and maintain a sense of self and well-being in older age. We will also share few tips on how we might enhance sense of self including walks in the parks.

Dr Helen Joannidi– Helen is Health Care and Professions Council and British Psychological Society registered Clinical Psychologist.

Ms Ellie Broad- Project Engagement Officer, The Parks Trust. Ellie has been working at The Parks Trust as community engagement officer for the Great Linford Manor Park Heritage Fund project, which focuses on engaging people living with dementia in our community.