Carrickfergus salon's support for Alzheimer's Society

A fundraising event by a Carrickfergus business has provided a financial boost for the Alzheimer's Society.
By The Newsroom
Published 11th Jun 2016, 08:00 BST
Rachel Andrews, manageress and Sasha Hartley, representing Close Cuts and Just Nails salon, present Aisleen Hamill, from the Alzheimer's Society with a cheque. INCT 23-708-CONRachel Andrews, manageress and Sasha Hartley, representing Close Cuts and Just Nails salon, present Aisleen Hamill, from the Alzheimer's Society with a cheque. INCT 23-708-CON
Rachel Andrews, manageress and Sasha Hartley, representing Close Cuts and Just Nails salon, present Aisleen Hamill, from the Alzheimer's Society with a cheque. INCT 23-708-CON

Close Cuts and Just Nails salon in Woodburn raised £681.35 for the charity, which supports people with dementia, their families and carers.

The fundraiser on May 1 saw the staff providing blow-drys, file and polish and selling ballots and badges.

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Through campaigning, the Alzheimer’s Society strives to influence government policies and raise awareness of the challenges faced by people with dementia and the people who care for them. There are over 19,000 people living with dementia in Northern Ireland today.

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