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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

What we do:

5-hour weekly and 2-hour monthly group sessions (see group info)
Optional transport for weekly sessions
2 course meal & drinks with 5 hour groups, light lunch for 2 hour group
Monthly day trip with 5 hour groups
Mental Stimulation
Physical Stimulation

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
Tuesday - Kirkburton - 10:00 - 15:00
Thursday - Mirfield - 10:00 - 15:00
Thursday - Marsden - 10:00 - 12:00 - monthly
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

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

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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