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Memory Club

Memory Club is a weekly two-hour-long programme for people living with mild to moderate dementia or cognitive issues.

Group members take part in meaningful and stimulating activities, proven to help maintain memory and mental functioning. The groups provide a fun, supportive environment where people can build new friendships.

Activities include:

  • discussions
  • word games
  • quizzes
  • physical activities
  • creative and musical activities

We operate social groups to those that are over 60, with mild dementia and those with other cognitive relates health conditions. These social groups run for 2 hours per week and operate in various locations. These groups are designed to offer:

  • Enjoyment, having fun and increasing levels of happiness
  • A sense of belonging and making new friendships
  • Increased confidence in ability and to try other new things
  • Improvements in communication, including reading and writing
  • Improvements in memory and mental ability
  • Having more energy
  • Increased levels of physical activity

Where are the social groups running

We currently have groups running at the following times:

  • Mondays 10am-12pm at Longfleet Baptist Church
  • Tuesdays 9:45am-11:45am at Canford Cliffs Village Hall
  • Tuesdays 10am-12pm at Twynham Church
  • Tuesdays 1:30pm-3:30pm at St Catherine's Church
  • Wednesdays 10am-12pm at The Centre, Ferndown
  • Thursdays 1:30pm - 3:30pm Immanuel URC Church, Southbourne
  • Fridays 10am-12pm at Trinity United Reform Church

Cost

The cost of the groups are £7 paid monthly in advanced.

Eligibility Criteria

  • No personal care issues
  • Ability to mobilise
  • Ability to engage in group activity

For further details please contact enquiries@ageukbped.org.uk or phone 01202 530530.