Join a local DEEP Group
If you’re someone with dementia and want to join others in changing things for the better, finding a local DEEP group might be just the thing to do! DEEP (Dementia Engagement and Empowerment Project) has 130 groups around the country –made up of people wanting...
Become a Dementia Diarist
It can often be helpful to reach out and let others know how you are feeling. So why not join the growing community of dementia diarists? Dementia Diaries are audio diaries that give you a space to record your views and reflections from everyday life with dementia-...
Visit a virtual ‘death cafe’
While a visit to a ‘death cafe’ may not sound that appealing, they are certainly experiencing an increase in popularity – so what exactly are they? Death cafes provide a comfortable environment in which people can talk openly about the sometimes uncomfortable...
Spread the word about becoming a ‘Dementia Friend’
submitted by Sharon Beckett A ‘Dementia Friend’ is someone who learns about dementia in order to help their community understand the condition. The Dementia Friends programme is about learning more about dementia and the small ways you can help. From telling friends...
Keep a list of useful helplines, even if you’re not looking for support right now
Even if familiar activities are closed, and people you normally would speak to aren’t available, there is still a wealth of emotional and practical support waiting for you at the end of a phone. Even if you don’t feel you need support right now, it’s always a good...Latest tweets
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