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DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUPS

Purpose:               

  • To help people living with early to mid-stage dementia

  • To live longer where they call home

  • To reduce levels of frustration

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What we do:         

  • 5-hour group sessions (see group info)

  • Optional transport 

  • Meal & drinks 

  • Mental Stimulation

  • Physical Stimulation

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Group Type:         

  • Generalist

(we do not do one thing, but include fun quiz, bowls, craft, talks, sports, singing, reminiscence, games and so much more)

GROUP INFORMATION​

  • Monday          - Emley                     10:00 - 15:00

  • Thursday        - Marsden                 10:00 - 12:00 - monthly

  • Friday              - Emley                      10:00 - 15:00

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Transport available if required

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Covid Secure:        

Infection control protocols in place to protect members, staff and volunteers

 

Carer Welcome:    

All carers are welcome to attend, at their discretion - we are very flexible

We have enough staff so that carers can have some time to themselves

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QUOTES

“…I am happier now, which means I have patience to talk to me family again…”  member

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“…mum changed after she joined the group, she isn’t as frustrated as before…” carer

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“…no medication change, no routine change, it must be the group that has slowed down the progress of dementia…” clinician

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"...when I am at the dementia group, I feel normal again..." member

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"...it's the first time I've seen mum smile; I feel like I have her back..." carer of new member

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TEAM DDC

Employed              Yes

Freelance              No

Volunteer              Yes

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All our staff undergo regular training, and in addition to our Basic Training which includes Health & Safety, First Aid, Safeguarding and Covid Awareness, our people will have specific training for their roles.

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All staff                                      Dementia Staff                                  Driving staff  

Basic Training                            Dementia Team Training                    Driver Training

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All of our training courses are fun and engaging. We have presented a range of learning platforms that include: classroom, online, videos and booklets.  We have optional additional training available for volunteers and employed, to boost their CV and prepare for other work.

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Volunteers Welcome - Click Here to Register

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CHARGES

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Sessional Cost:  

Marsden Cafe (subsidised) £12

5-hour With Transport        £80

5-hour Without Transport  £65

Payment by Direct Debit

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Monthly Subscription:

With Transport                     £196

Without Transport               £160

Payment by Direct Debit 

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