A new café has launched to help people living with dementia as well as their careers and companions.
The Memory Café and Carers Retreat will be held on the last Wednesday of each month from 10.30am to 12.30pm at Cheslyn House and Gardens in Nascot Wood Road.
The drop-in session will provide a safe space where attendees can share their experiences, make new connections and enjoy a range of activities and refreshments throughout their visit.
There will be various activities tailored to their needs and interests, designed to promote mental stimulation, physical connection and foster a sense of community, allowing everyone to live well with dementia.
In addition to the Memory Café, there will be a Carers Retreat to help carers connect with others facing the same challenges, gain valuable insights and access the resources they need.
The café is being led by Watford Council and Home Instead, a leading provider of home care services.
Mayor of Watford, Peter Taylor, said: “We are very excited to launch this new programme to not only support those living with dementia, but those who care for them.
“By allowing people to come together and share their experiences, it will help to create a sense of community and move us towards our goal to make Watford a dementia-friendly town.”
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Approximately 700,000 people are living with dementia in England.
In Hertfordshire the number stands at 14,500 and in Watford, Three Rivers and Hertsmere there are around 3,550 people living with dementia.
Alexis Neighbour, director at Home Instead Watford, said: “We understand the challenges faced by individuals living with dementia and their carers.
“We are thrilled to partner with the council to launch this much-need initiative.
“The Memory Café and Carers Retreat, will not only improve the wellbeing of people living with dementia but also create an opportunity for social interaction, engagement and support.”
The café will be held on the following dates: July 19, August 16, September 20, October 18, November 15, December 20.
There are a number of activities in and around Watford to support people living with dementia.
Visit the Watford Dementia Friendly Website to find out what else is on offer https://bit.ly/4686h2S.
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