New memory café at Chamberlain Court, Mount Ephraim, Tunbridge Wells is starting this Thursday (21st) 10:45 – 12:45. In association with Age U.K. Come along and join us, open to all, with our without a diagnosis.

Come and visit our @TonbridgeDFC stand (No. 48) at Tonbridge Pride tomorrow. We’re in the family area. You will find us at the end of the walk from the watergate - in the shade we hope.

Brilliant piece on BBC news at 10 about the disgusting plight of dementia carers. The system is unfair. The system is broken. These people need help and they need it NOW.

Very excited and looking forward to the launch of another memory cafe. This time in Pembury. If you, or somebody you know is affected by dementia, memory loss or other cognisant issues please come along to Pembury Baptist Church in Romford Road on January 20th from 1-3pm

Got your new calendar and diary yet? Great SAVE THE DATE - St George's concert for dementia, with a last night of the proms finale is back again. Saturday April 22nd at 7.30pm ST Peter & ST Paul church Tonbridge. Raising money for Tonbridge & Malling and T Wells DFC

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Yesterday I visited the Amelia in Tunbridge Wells to experience for myself their new Curiosity Project The sessions, designed for those with dementia or memory loss, will also be taken out to local groups. I’ve already booked Daniel to come to the Showfields cafe in the spring.

Today’s delivery. Getting ready for our fundraiser, and dementia action week. Just need an indoor foot. Tonbridge DFC RTWDFC West Kent Dementia Action

Brothers Oliver, 21, and Alex, 26, touchingly share the lifestyle changes and career sacrifices they've made in order to help their mum care for their dad since he was diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer's disease aged 55. #dementia bbc.co.uk/news/uk-englan…

Delighted that Lewis & Co are now recognised as a business working to be dementia friendly and has been awarded the symbol.

Today is World Music Day! Music can trigger powerful memories and stimulate conversation and reminiscence for people living with dementia. Do you have a song that always lifts your mood, or do you enjoy bonding with a loved one through music? Let us know! 🎵 #WorldMusicDay

After my post yesterday about dementia friendly businesses I watched an excellent piece on BBC Breakfast this morning about their value and the difference it makes to families who live with the condition when people are dementia aware. On BBC iPlayer around 8.10am.

Some people with dementia may struggle with communication, but there are some things we can do to help. 🔇Reduce distractions (turn off tv/radio) 🗣Speak at a slower pace 👍Think about how your body language is coming across 📝Use aids (visual clues or written words)

We should always consider that everyone’s needs are different, and that it’s important to treat people with dementia with respect at all times. What helps support you in communicating?

Busiest day I’ve had for over a month. Delivering dementia awareness session this am at TWBaptist Church. This PM a farewell tea at church for our Minister Very frustrated by not being able to drive. grateful to those who have been driving me. Jim, grandson Max and Sharon.