Dementia Support Services
HospiceCare recognises the impact Dementia can have on a person and their loved ones. We have a Specialist Dementia Nurse and Dementia Support Coordinator with a high level of experience caring for those with dementia. Wherever a person is on their dementia journey, our Specialist Dementia Nurse can offer advice and signpost carers to the most relevant and appropriate support for both the person with dementia and their family. We aim to improve the well-being and quality of life for both the person with dementia and their carer(s). Our Dementia Support Service offers Dementia Drop-In cafes, Seated Exercise Classes, and Dementia Walking Football sessions.
Eligibility: This free and confidential service is available to the person with a dementia diagnosis aged 18 and over and registered with a GP in our catchment area.
Referral: You can access our Dementia support via self-referral by calling our team on T. 01665 606515 or T. 01289 309997 or asking your GP or another health professional to refer you.
'Canny Cuppa'
Dementia Drop-in Dementia Cafe at Alnwick and Berwick
Our 'Canny Cuppa' Dementia Drop-In Cafes are run regularly in Alnwick and Berwick where we welcome the person with a Dementia Diagnosis and their loved one/carer to join us. Our friendly Dementia Cafes allow for social engagement over a cuppa, to share memories, chat, and enjoy engaging activities. The atmosphere is always warm and welcoming with an opportunity for the carer to have a one-to-one confidential chat with one of our Dementia team. Places are limited, so we ask that you contact our Dementia team to register by calling T. 01665 606515 or T. 01289 309997. You can email us at: aholtom@hospicecare-nn.org.uk, or complete the online inquiry form at the bottom of this page. Our Canny Cuppa Dementia Drop-in Cafes are FREE to attend and available to adults 18 years and over living within our clinical catchment area and registered with a local GP.
ALNWICK CANNY CUPPA DROP-IN DEMENTIA CAFE
EVERY THURSDAY 1.30PM-3.30PM AT THE LINDISFARNE CENTRE, 30 LINDISFARNE ROAD, ALNWICK, NE66 1AU
BERWICK CANNY CUPPA DROP-IN DEMENTIA CAFE
EVERY TUESDAY 10.30AM-12.30PM, SPITTAL BOWLING CLUB, SEA ROAD, BERWICK TD15 1RN
Dementia Walking Football Alnwick and Berwick
Our weekly Walking Football sessions, for those with a dementia diagnosis, are now open for registration. In collaboration with The Newcastle United Foundation, these hour-long sessions are as fun as they are beneficial and are followed by a cuppa and cake. You are welcome to come along to watch a game and meet us before you join. For adults over 18. FREE to register. Please call our Specialist Dementia Nurse on T. 01665 606515 or T. 01289 309997
DEMENTIA WALKING FOOTBALL ALNWICK
Every Wednesday at Willowburn Leisure Centre, Alnwick, 11 am until 12 noon, followed by cake and a cuppa.
DEMENTIA WALKING FOOTBALL BERWICK
Every Monday at the Berwick Sports and Leisure Centre 10.30am - 11.30am followed by a cuppa and cake.
Dementia Seated Exercise Classes at Alnwick & Berwick
We are pleased to inform you about the introduction of a new service designed to supplement our current Dementia Support Services - seated exercise classes at our Wellbeing Centres in Alnwick and Berwick for individuals with a Dementia diagnosis. These classes will be run weekly in small groups for a period of six continuous weeks. Each 30-minute session will comprise seated exercises, followed by a relaxation period accompanied by soothing music and concluding with a cup of tea or coffee.
Seated exercise is good for those with Dementia because it helps maintain coordination and balance. Exercises that involve moving different parts of the body in different directions help with this. Improving blood supply and nutrients to the brain. This can help thinking skills and memory. Our classes are free to join and registration is now open to those living within our clinical catchment area, are over the age of 18, and registered with a local GP. For more information/to register your interest, please call our Dementia Team Monday to Friday 9am-4.30pm on T. 01665 606515 or T. 01289 309997 or email: aholtom@hospicecare-nn.org.uk. Alternitively you can complete the inquiry form at the bottom of this page,
SEATED EXERCISE CLASSES ALNWICK
Every Wednesday 11am - 12 noon The Lindisfarne Centre, 30 Lindisfarne Road NE66 1AJ
SEATED EXERCISE CLASSES BERWICK
Every Wednesday 1pm -2pm Wellbeing Centre, Hazel Marsden House, Violet Terrace, TD15 1LU
Our Impact
"All the girls were very professional at what they did. They gave utmost respect and care. They always talked to my wife and explained what they were going to do. They kept me involved as well which I appreciated very much. Some days my wife wasn’t up to having anyone do anything and the girls understood that and didn’t push her. On those days they would talk to us and then leave."
Get in Touch with our Specialist Dementia Nurse, Amy
You can call us in the strictest confidence for more information on T. 01665 606515 or T. 01289 309997, Monday to Friday 9am-4.30pm
Our Clinical Catchment Area
You can get in touch with our Dementia team by completing the form below