THE newly-formed Swindon branch of The Alzheimer's Society will be holding a launch party next month.

The group is planning a ceremony on June 17 at the De Vere Hotel, in Shaw.

Suzanne Sarensen, the research director at the society's national headquarters, will be attending.

So far, chairman Joe Culkin and others have recruited around 150 members to the support the group.

The branch helps sufferers and their families manage the condition.

Anyone wanting further information about the meeting or joining can call Mr Culkin on 01793 642956.