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Helpline Mon-Fri 10-3
HIGHLY COMMENDED
Community Group of the Year 2021
THE DENBY DALE CENTRE

DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUPS
Purpose:
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To help people living with early to mid-stage dementia
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To live longer where they call home
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To reduce levels of frustration
What we do:
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5-hour and 2-hour group sessions (see group info)
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Optional transport for 5-hour sessions weekly sessions
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Meal & drinks with 5 hour groups, refreshments for 2 hour groups
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Monthly day trip with 5 hour groups
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Mental Stimulation
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Physical Stimulation
Group Type:
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Generalist
(we do not do one thing, but include fun quiz, bowls, craft, talks, sports, singing, reminiscence, games and so much more)
GROUP INFORMATION
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Monday - Emley 10:00 - 15:00
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Tuesday - Kirkburton 10:00 - 15:00
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Wednesday - Lepton 10:00 - 12:00
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Thursday - Skelmanthorpe 13:00 - 15:00
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Thursday - Mirfield 10:00 - 15:00
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Thursday - Marsden 10:00 - 12:00 - monthly
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Friday - Emley 10:00 - 15:00
Transport available if required
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
“…mum changed after she joined the group, she isn’t as frustrated as before…” carer
“…no medication change, no routine change, it must be the group that has slowed down the progress of dementia…” clinician
"...when I am at the dementia group, I feel normal again..." member
"...it's the first time I've seen mum smile; I feel like I have her back..." carer of new member

TEAM DDC
Employed Yes
Freelance No
Volunteer Yes
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.
All staff Dementia Staff Driving staff
Basic Training Dementia Team Training Driver Training
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.
Volunteers Welcome - Click Here to Register







CHARGES
Sessional Cost:
Marsden Cafe (subsidised) £5
2-hour with Transport £18
2-hour without Transport £12
5-hour With Transport £55
5-hour Without Transport £50
Monthly Subscription:
With Transport £160
Without Transport £136