A Proven Link
Between Homelessness
Loneliness & Dementia
A Proven Link
It is well documented that an increasing number of retired sportspeople are suffering from dementia. And much has been written about the lack of action being taken across the sporting landscape to combat – or trying to prevent this pernicious disease.
Reposm was established in response to the troubled futures being faced by so many after the curtain has fallen on their careers. Research has proved that the onset of dementia is closely linked to loneliness, homelessness, social isolation and depression. By providing Sheltered Housing for sportspeople who have fallen on hard times, Reposm will play a major part in the prevention of dementia, by providing a supportive environment, living with like-minded neighbours in a happy community environment.
Dementia Risk Alert
Evidence based research has proven that:
LONELINESS INCREASES THE RISK OF DEMENTIA BETWEEN
40-60%
Evidence based research has proven that:
FEAR OF LONELINESS A FURTHER RISK INCREASE OF 10%
50-70%
“50% of older people are less likely to feel lonely in
Sheltered Accommodation”
The Value of Sheltered Homes
• Provide peace of mind and security
• Support and maintain independence
• Improve physical and mental health
• Develop good links and bring benefit to local communities
• Prevent hospital admissions – and re-admissions
• Alleviate social isolation
In Sheltered Homes, the incidence of dementia in those aged over 65, is considerably lower than the national average.
The State of Sport Report, commissioned by the major Sports Associations in the UK in 2018, made some stark observations;
“More than half of former professional sportspeople have had concerns over their mental health or emotional wellbeing since retiring.”
“The struggle to find a new purpose can lead to serious problems such as
depression, self-harm, addiction and financial problems.”
Whilst many sports do assist retired sportspeople with welfare programmes, none of them provide Sheltered Housing.
THERE IS CURRENTLY NO ORGANISATION RESPONDING TO THE ACUTE NEEDS OF RETIRED SPORTSPEOPLE
REPOSM SPORTS HOUSING TRUST WILL FILL THIS GAP, AND, IN DOING SO, WILL BE A MAJOR PLAYER IN PREVENTING THE ONSET OF DEMENTIA
Key Website Links
EAST BORO HOUSING TRUST
CYRIL WOOD MEMORIAL TRUST
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From all at Reposm, we hope you had a great time over the new year! We are still dedicated to our cause, assisting those with a history of sports achievements who are facing financial difficulty. Even a small donation can go towards helping many.
#HappyNewYear #BuildingLives #reposm #ImprovingLives
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𝑯𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒚 𝑪𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒎𝒂𝒔 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝑹𝒆𝒑𝒐𝒔𝒎
We hope you have a lovely Christmas. Just remember, all those who are struggling with homelessness this year will have to face the winter chill alone; so your donation could help many to have a warm Christmas.
#digalittlehelpalot #merrychristmas #reposm
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𝗔𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝟲: 𝗩𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗔 𝗜𝗡 𝗕𝗔𝗥𝗕𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝟴 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛
𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 𝗧𝟮𝟬 𝗖𝗨𝗣
Our final Amazing Auction Item is a stay in Barbados for 8 to see the T20 World Cup! Watch the England Vs. Australia match in the flesh, and enjoy a luxurious stay in a Barbadian Villa.
Bid for these at the Sports Award Reposm Fundraising Gala Dinner at the Lancaster Hotel. 14th December. Email m.soper@reposm.org.uk / pcjsheldon@gmail.com for tickets.
reposm.org.uk
Donate here: loom.ly/1vSATJM
#reposmauction #T20WorldCup #auctionitems #englandvaustralia #barbadianvillastay
𝗔𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝟱: 𝗕𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗠𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗘 𝗣𝗢𝗣𝗘
Get the chance to meet the incredible Ollie Pope and learn some pro-level batting skills! Available for four people at the Kia Oval.
Bid for these at the Sports Award Reposm Fundraising Gala Dinner at the Lancaster Hotel. 14th December. Email m.soper@reposm.org.uk / pcjsheldon@gmail.com for tickets.
reposm.org.uk
Donate here: loom.ly/1vSATJM
#reposmauction #OlliePope #auctionitems #battingmasterclass #kiaoval
𝗔𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝟮: 𝗞𝗜𝗔 𝗢𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝗧𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 - 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟯| 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗺
Second on the list of our Amazing Auction Items is...
ENGLAND V SRI LANKA - including hospitality for 10! At the Kia Oval.
Kindly donated by the Surrey County Cricket Club
Bid for these at the Sports Award Reposm Fundraising Gala Dinner at the Lancaster Hotel. 14th December. Email m.soper@reposm.org.uk / pcjsheldon@gmail.com for tickets.
reposm.org.uk
Donate here: loom.ly/1vSATJM
#reposmauction #EnglandvSriLanka #auctionitems #kiaoval
Reposm appreciate your financial contribution
PROVIDING ACCOMMMODATION FOR RETIRED SPORTS PEOPLE
WHO HAVE FALLEN ON HARD TIMES
CONTACT DETAILS
Michael Soper, Chairman
The Reposm Sporting Housing Trust
01202 883503 (Office)
07768 558043 (Mobile)
info@reposm.org.uk
HEAD OFFICE
The Reposm Sporting Housing Trust, Faulkner House,
31 West Street, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1JS