15/12/2025
The journey began in nursing, working closely with people experiencing mental health challenges and supporting those living with dementia. Day after day, it became clear that while medical care was essential, something deeply human was missing. People needed more than treatment—they needed understanding, comfort, routine, and a place where they could still feel like themselves. Families needed support, reassurance, and somewhere they felt they were not alone.
Spending time with individuals living with dementia revealed the quiet gaps in care. Moments of confusion, loneliness, and fear often went unseen. There were so few spaces that truly focused on emotional wellbeing, meaningful activity, and preserving dignity. That realisation planted a seed—care could be kinder, warmer, and more connected.
What started as an idea soon became a shared family effort. Everyone came together with one goal: to create a place filled with compassion and belonging. Through hard work, shared sacrifices, and endless belief, the first Me2U Centre in Kirkby was built. It became a safe, welcoming space where people living with dementia could feel understood and families could gather, share, and feel supported.
The opening of the Kirkby centre was an emotional milestone. It wasn’t just the opening of doors, but the beginning of a community. Laughter returned, music filled the rooms, and moments of joy and recognition were seen every day. Families watched their loved ones reconnect with life in ways they had been told were no longer possible.
As the centre grew, the story of Me2U began to reach beyond its walls. Television interviews and media coverage helped shine a light on a different approach to dementia care one built on kindness, patience, and human connection.
That journey continued with the opening of the second Me2U Centre in Huyton, a moment made even more special by being opened by Tony Bellew. It marked how far the vision had grown, while staying true to its heart.
The journey was later honoured with the Women of the Year Award, recognising dedication to care, community, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
