Working in, with, and on behalf of our local community
What an amazing afternoon of fun and laughter we had! We were delighted to welcome Jon to our wonderful monthly cafe where he entertained, chatted and took photos with all who were lucky enough to have attended. We really appreciated his generosity of time and spirit, it made the afternoon extra special. Special thanks go to Rob and Carol and …
‘Mental Health Awareness Week’ runs from 13th to 19th May 2024, and as we approach it, it makes us think, what can we do to help each other and ourselves to improve and maintain our positive mental health. The theme for this year is “Movement: Moving more for mental health”. Did you know one of the most important things you …
Our trip last week with the dementia bowls group was one to remember! We took a full coach load to the pier head and caught the Dazzle ferry cruise, all 32 of us! We took over the front cabin, and listened to the commentary about all of the buildings around us, the history of Liverpool and local music, the camaraderie …
Our monthly cafe brings people with dementia and their carers together for a variety of interesting and innovative activities to stimulate, provide fun and generate discussion. Alongside this week’s new jigsaws, fantastic retro scrapbooks, table tennis and games, Carol arranged for Colin Bowman from the Lancashire Carers Service to come along and talk to the group about what the Carers …
As we come to the end of Dementia Awareness Week, Neil remembers how our current activities for people with dementia, carers and family members started: It was two years ago, in May 2020, that I happened to meet a couple who I had last seen when they were attending the Alzheimers Society dementia café. Now, however, like everything else, the …
Often, as we get older, we begin to forget things and may begin to question, is it just age, or is it something else? Research conducted by the Alzheimers Society suggests that this misconception around memory loss is the biggest barrier to people seeking a diagnosis. Knowledge is power, and although a diagnosis can be daunting for those experiencing difficulties, …
Last week’s dementia café turned into a gardening session as Donna, a horticultural therapist who works with Alzheimer’s Society, led participants in planting bulbs and seeds – all without making too much of a mess! Horticultural therapy – or therapeutic horticulture – involves working with plants and people to bring positive improvements to people’s lives. This applies to people in …
Easter celebration comes early with hot chocolate and Easter cakes
After 18 months of inactivity, the Dementia Café is due to reopen again this week. Come and join us in a relaxed and fun meeting venue in the local community, for a cuppa, biscuit and a good old get together! Our Dementia Café provides a safe & friendly environment for people with dementia and their carers who live in the …