Film and conversation: Understanding dementia – invitation to the discussion on September 17th.”

Film and conversation: Understanding dementia – invitation to the discussion on September 17th.”

A special film screening will take place in the Steinstadl on September 17, 2024. The film “My Father”, which deals with the challenging topic of dementia, will be shown. This event is not just a film screening, but also an opportunity to talk about the impact of dementia, a disease that affects many people and is often misunderstood.

The actor Klaus J. Behrendt has taken up an important topic with this film. "Everyone always jokes about when they forget something. But no one can understand what it actually means when a person suffers from Alzheimer's," explains Behrendt. He wants to raise awareness of the challenges that people with Alzheimer's and their families experience every day.

Discussion with experts

After the film screening there will be a discussion session led by Georg Pilhofer, a qualified social worker and geriatric therapist. This discussion offers participants the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about dealing with dementia. Pilhofer brings valuable experience from his work with older people suffering from dementia and will provide insights into the different aspects of care and support.

The event aims to promote understanding of dementia and open dialogue about this important topic. It is a chance for the community to come together, listen and learn how to better deal with the challenges presented by this disease. The film screening and subsequent conversation is part of a larger initiative aimed at raising awareness of dementia and improving support for those affected.

For more information and to take part in the event, those interested can download the film screening poster. It is an opportunity to find out more and to actively participate in an important social issue.