Dementia-friendly Islington activities
Islington Dementia Fair
Thursday 22nd May 2025
11am - 12.30pm
Vibast Community Centre, 167 Old St, London, EC1V 9NH
Are you worried that someone close to you has signs of memory loss? Or do you want to find out more about dementia support and dementia-friendly activities in Islington? There's also support available for friends and family looking after someone with dementia.
• Find out how to get a diagnosis •Talk to local dementia-support services
• Arts for Dementia activity (see below)
• Dementia-friendly activities talk at 11.30am
• Refreshments
See the Islington Dementia Fair poster.
Booking essential. Contact: info@islingtoncarershub.org
Drawing and Collage Workshop with Arts for Dementia
Thursday 22nd May 2025
11.15am - 12.15pm
Vibast Community Centre, 167 Old St, London, EC1V 9NH
- As part of the Islington Dementia Fair, to give carers the opportunity to chat to stallholders, there is an dementia-friendly activity running as part of the event for people with early-stage dementia or mild cognitive impairment.
- Enjoy a fun creative activity
- Make new social connections
- Develop new skills
- Combat memory worries
See the Drawing and Collage Workshop poster.
Booking essential. Contact: info@islingtoncarershub.org
Dementia Friends Information Sessions
Islington Council run free Dementia Friends sessions to help you understand more about the signs and symptoms of dementia. Dementia Friends is led by Alzheimer’s Society.
Whether you're a caregiver, family member, or simply curious, this in-person event is the perfect opportunity to gain valuable knowledge.
Don't miss out on this chance to expand your understanding and make a difference in the lives of those living with dementia.
No current dates, but look out for upcoming sessions - www.bit.ly/dementiafriends2024L
For more information contact Islington Council's, Dementia Coordinator – dfi@islington.gov.uk
Dementia Cafe
Care UK, Lennox House, 75 Durham Rd, Finsbury Park, N7 7DS
Every first Tuesday of the month, 2 – 4pm
Aimed at those living with dementia and their loved ones, you'll have the opportunity to meet other people, share experiences, take part in our fun activities and get advice and support. We have complementary refreshments including freshly baked cakes.
For more information please call us on 020 7272 6562 or email Adriana Bernschutz at Care UK or book via their website.
Fish & Chip Fridays! - Last Friday of the month, 12.30pm
For anyone who is looking into care, they can come for a free lunch and spend the afternoon at Lennox House. This event is for potential residents and their family members.
For more information contact Zoe Larnder - Customer Relations Manager at Lennox House. Zoe.Larnder@careuk.com
Alzheimer's Society Sessions
Harry Rice Hall, 72 – 74 Hargrave Park Road, Archway N19 5JN
Every Monday, 1 – 3pm
Singing for the brain sessions are designed to promote wellbeing and build confidence in people living with memory problems. More information & dates
Every other Wednesday, 1.30–4.30pm
Cecelia’s dementia cafe - chat to people who have been affected by dementia in a friendly and relaxed social environment. More information & dates
Contact their Dementia Advisor
Contact their Dementia Advisor to find out about their services and how they can help Islington@alzheimers.org.uk, 07484 - 089543 (Mon - Wed)
Islington Ecology Centre
Islington Ecology Centre, 191 Drayton Park, N5 1PH
We are 3 minutes from Arsenal tube and there is one Blue Badge parking space. Islington Ecology Centre is the blue wooden building just inside the park. The centre is fully wheelchair accessible.
Health & Nature Walk - first Friday of the month 10 - 11am
A slow walk around the park, discovering what's changed in nature. Tea and biscuits to follow. No need to book. Dementia-friendly.
Arts 4 Dementia Activities
3D Sculpture Workshop programme
Arsenal Stadium
Thursdays, 11am - 1pm, 6th February 25 – 3rd April 25 (Booking essential)
The 8 week programme will explore 3D art forms such as wire-model making, clay ceramic building and flag making (just to name a few)! We will be taking inspiration from the Arsenal Archives looking at themes and memorabilia from the collection as well as your own experiences. The wonderful artist Julia Clarke will be leading the sessions which will be supported by Arts for Dementia staff and volunteers.
All materials are included and it's all about having fun, trying something new and making new friends in the process! No previous art experience is needed, it's all about giving it a go.
People can self-refer onto this programme by contacting Christina Bryant on 020 3633 9954 or email christina@artsfordementia.org.
There will be a short registration over the phone with participants, which should take 5 minutes. (Note - participants must live in the borough of Islington. Programmes fill up quickly so please register early to avoid disappointment)
Art School with Central Saint Martins
Mondays - 3rd March, 10th March, *17th March and 24th March at 2 - 4pm
Central Saint Martins, 1 Granary Square, N1C 4AA, *17th - The Living Centre, 2 Ossulston Street, NW1 1DF
A 4-week intergenerational programme will be taught by Fine Art Students from Central Saint Martins and their brilliant tutor Shepard Manyika. There will be a chance to experience contemporary art techniques and practices such as sound, sculpture and visual art forms.
How to register: Please call Christina on 020 3633 9954 or email christina@artsfordementia.org
Art Wednesday
Every Wednesday, 2pm-3pm on Zoom
Art Wednesday is a brilliant opportunity for people with memory challenges and their companions to socialise, engage creatively, learn new art techniques, discover fascinating art and heritage collections and improve their brain health in a friendly online video workshop via Zoom.
Park Theatre Weekly Creative Sessions
13 Clifton Terrace, Finsbury Park, N4 3JP
Feel supported, relaxed, and uplifted in the Park Theatre's free weekly drama-based session for those living with dementia and their carers. Or try the weekly singing group. Both have social time with tea & coffee, and are a great chance to relax, chat and make friends.
Preparing for the Future Information sessions & support
Following a dementia diagnosis, it's essential to make sure that there are plans in place that will enable a loved one caring for an individual to step into manage their health and financial affairs should the need arise. Things as simple as paying bills can otherwise be very difficult.
The Future Matters team host regular free bookable information sessions at different Islington community venues. You can get free follow-up appointments too to help with Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Advance Care Plans.
Highbury New Park Day Centre
127 Highbury New Park, N5 2DS
Flexible, personalised daytime care for older people living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia in a fun, welcoming and homely environment. For more information call 0207 704 3731.
United Communities
United Communities CIO is a newly established LGBT+ national charity based in Islington who run a number of services for vulnerable and isolated LGBT+ persons. These include:
- Monthly On Line LGBT+ Memory Cafe for LGBT+ persons living with dementia and their partners
- Twice Monthly on line Support group for LGBT+ Carers of those living with dementia
- Occasional social and community meetings.,e.g a Pride events throughout the UK, three monthly meetings in central London
- Training volunteers to support LGBT+ dementia work
Dementia-friendly Islington
The Dementia Friendly Islington brings together people who live and work in Islington. You are welcome to join our growing network to share resources, find out what others are doing, promote events or just learn more about dementia.
Contact DFI@islington.gov.uk to find out more.
https://oneyouislington.org/topic/dementia-friendly-islington/