Dementia Support
Looking after a friend or relative who has dementia is often very challenging. It's as important to look after your own health, as it is that of the person with dementia.
Caring for and supporting someone with dementia can be stressful and at times upsetting. It can also be very rewarding and there may be good times. It is important that you look after your own health and wellbeing and turn to others for support when you need it. There is advice available to help you understand dementia and do all you can to support the person you care about.
We can help you access information, advice and support including:
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Understanding Dementia Training Course
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How to get help locally
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Maintaining independence
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Benefits advice
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Dementia Support Group
Monthly Dementia Support Group
Are you caring for someone living with dementia? If yes you are both welcome to join us once a month at our friendly cafe for a chat over a cuppa or delicious lunch for just £5 including a drink.
Our staff will be available to offer support, advice & answer any questions. It is also an opportunity to share experiences and support one another. Come and connect to people that understand and enjoy something new each session. “Too many people face Dementia alone”
1st Tuesday of every month
11am - 1pm
Understanding Dementia Training Course
This one day free course will help you develop skills and confidence to support you in your caring role. We will address key topics of diagnosis and progression of symptoms, services and changing relationships. You will have the opportunity to talk about your concerns and share your experiences with other carers. A free buffet lunch is provided.
Next courses:
Thursday 21st November
Trinity Hub Methodist Church Clitheroe, 10am - 3.30pm (whole day course)
Thursday 9th January 2025
Carers Link Lancashire Accrington, 10am - 3.30pm (whole day course)
Monday 10th, 17th and 24th March 2025
Microsoft Teams Online 6.30 - 8.30pm
Dementia Support Guide
We have developed a guide to localised support, though we do recommend that you contact each group as they may be operating differently at the moment.
You can find a copy of our Dementia Support Guide by clicking here.
If you run a community support group and wish to appear in the guide, please call us on (01254) 387444 or email info@carerslinklancashire.co.uk.
Rossendale Hospice - Dementia day stays
On a Friday, weekly, Rossendale Hospice hosts a 'Dementia Day', whereby those with early stages of Dementia can attend the hospice for the duration of the day, for free, under the care of staff nurses and professionals. During these day sessions, they host meaningful socialising opportunities, focused activities, and time and space to feel at ease with friends also with Dementia. This gives the carer the time to do things for themselves such as errands, meeting friends, personal appointments, shopping, or even just alone time at home to rest. This is a 12 week programme (or 12 non-consecutive weeks), which you can be referred to by health professionals or ourselves at Carers Link, or indeed self-refer via the hospice website. There are certain criteria the patient must meet, including that they must be registered with a Rossendale GP.
You, the carer, can also benefit from these day stays, as the hospice offer
free complementary therapies for yourself during the day such as
massages, CBT and psychotherapy.
For more information, contact Rossendale Hospice:
01706 393870 (Open 8.30am - 4.30pm Mon-Fri)
admin@rossendalehospice.org
www.rossendalehospice.org
Pendleside Hospice - Carers Groups
Carer's Group - bring loved ones
Third Thursday of every month, 4.30pm-6pm
Welcomes anyone to attend who is caring for someone with a life-limiting condition. The group provides invaluable peer support and educational sessions in relation to the caring role from members of the health, wellbeing and rehabilitation team. The group is designed to bring your loved ones along too, where we will provide a separate session for them while you spend some time to relax.
Buffet and refreshments included.
Carer's Group - Carers only
First Saturday of every month, 10am-12pm
Welcomes anyone to attend who is caring for someone with a life-limiting condition. Each session has a different and the group is designed to give carers an opportunity to speak with other carers, and share experiences.
Buffet and refreshments included.
For more information or to book on to either of these groups, please call Diane Herbert on
01282 440 127 or email diane.herbert@pendleside.org.uk. Dates may vary / change,
depending on bank holidays, so please do get in touch prior to visiting the Hospice.
FREE Counselling for Dementia Carers with 'Dementia Carers Count'
'Dementia Carers Count' can offer carers up to six free remote counselling sessions. Initial appointment usually arranged within a couple of weeks. Counselling sessions are organised around what works best for the carer and follow up support is available if needed.
If you or someone you know could benefit from counselling, call the Dementia Carers Count: Carer Support Line free on 0800 652 1102
9am - 5pm Monday to Friday
Haworth Art Gallery Dementia-friendly craft sessions
Young Onset Dementia Cafe - for those under retirement age
This group, hosted by Rosemary & Time, meet on the first and third Thursdays of each month at Toll Bar Cottage Cafe in Broughton, nr Preston in the evening: 5.30 - 7.30.
Enjoy a simple meal together, spend some time with people who really do get your situation, have a laugh and probably a bit of a sing too.
This group is open to anyone under retirement age and affected by dementia.
No set fee, just 'pay as you feel.'
For more information, contact Rosemary & Time CIC:
07880 348597
