We are proud to offer a huge variety of different services to families experiencing dementia in our local community.
If you, or someone you know is eligible (see below criteria) and would like to receive dementia support from East Cheshire Hospice, please fill out the online Dementia Services referral form below.
Our Dementia Carer Wellbeing Programme offers family carers an eight-week support course. Uniquely, carers can bring their loved ones with dementia, who receive up to 16 weeks of Cognitive Stimulation Therapy. Sessions run three times a year in January, May, and September across Macclesfield, Knutsford, Poynton, Wilmslow, and Congleton.
The benefits of this course include increased confidence, knowledge, skills, developing resilience, enhancing current coping strategies, developing new ones, sharing experiences, having some respite and gaining peer support from others in similar circumstances.
Please complete our online dementia referral form, or download the dementia referral form document (available at the bottom of the page) and send to the details on the form.
Our Community Dementia Companion programme offers carers respite by providing companionship for people in the early stages of dementia. Trained volunteers support them in maintaining interests and social activities through weekly two-hour visits, planned in partnership between the individual and their carer. This gives carers valuable time to recharge.
The programme aims to improve wellbeing for the person living with dementia and their carer, by ensuring rest and relaxation for the carer while giving the person living with dementia more time doing things they enjoy.
Please complete our online dementia referral form, or download the dementia referral form document (available at the bottom of the page) and send to the details on the form.
This session helps family carers recognise when someone with dementia may be in their final year of life and understand different stages. It covers end-of-life care, including open discussions on death and related terminology.
Empowers the carer to confidently discuss their loved ones end-of-life care needs with professionals enabling advance planning to achieve a good death for the patient.
Please complete our online dementia referral form, or download the dementia referral form document (available at the bottom of the page) and send to the details on the form.
Love to Move is a fun brain workout designed to improve movement, coordination, and cognitive function in older people, including those with dementia or mild cognitive impairment. It combines gymnastic skills, cognitive stimulation, and social activities, using movements that engage both sides of the brain for better daily living.
It is aimed at older people from 55+. Love to Move particularly benefits older people to improve communication, mobility, building stamina and increasing wellbeing.
Please complete our online dementia referral form, or download the dementia referral form document (available at the bottom of the page) and send to the details on the form.
Our singing group combines music and light movement, offering a proven way to boost mood and reduce anxiety in those with dementia. Familiar songs can stimulate memories, enhance communication, and foster social interaction, helping to reduce feelings of isolation.
Helps to improve brain activity through the use of signing, music, movement and can enhance brain function, increase attention span, and improve overall quality of life.
Please complete our online dementia referral form, or download the dementia referral form document (available at the bottom of the page) and send to the details on the form.
Our social club involves live entertainment and refreshments. People sing if they want, they dance if they want and mix and chat with staff and peers. It is a lot of fun and a good way to boost your own wellbeing. Regular social interaction helps to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation and can lead to meaningful friendships and connections.
Benefits of attending the Sunshine Social Club extend beyond mere socialisation; they contribute to personal development, emotional health, and a vibrant, fulfilling life.
Please complete our online dementia referral form, or download the dementia referral form document (available at the bottom of the page) and send to the details on the form.
Our choir offers a unique opportunity for expression, connection, and cognitive engagement. Evidence suggests that participation in such choirs can lead to significant improvements in mood, social interaction, and overall quality of life for individuals facing dementia. Through the act of singing, participants often experience increased feelings of joy and a sense of belonging, which can be especially important in combating the isolation and loneliness that frequently accompany the condition.Â
Singing activates multiple areas of the brain, stimulating cognitive function and potentially slowing the progression of dementia symptoms. The structured environment of a choir provides routine and predictability, which can be comforting for individuals experiencing memory loss. Choirs foster a supportive community among caregivers and family members, creating a network of understanding and shared experience that can alleviate some of the emotional stresses of dementia. Many individuals with dementia who struggle to articulate their thoughts are able to connect with others through song.
Please complete our online dementia referral form, or download the dementia referral form document (available at the bottom of the page) and send to the details on the form.
Choose from a variety of table games to play in pairs or larger groups, such as cards, dominoes, board games. We don’t play by strict rules, so it doesn’t matter if someone is not playing correctly, it’s more about having fun. Research indicates that participating in board and table games can significantly enhance cognitive engagement for individuals living with dementia. The act of playing games stimulates memory recall and problem-solving skills, while the shared experience fosters a sense of belonging and community. We offer varying levels of challenge and can be tailored to suit different cognitive abilities, ensuring that all participants can contribute meaningfully.
Studies have highlighted the potential of these clubs to strengthen family bonds, as caregivers often find new ways to connect with their relatives through shared games and memories. Overall, evidence continues to indicate that dementia board games clubs serve as a valuable resource, offering cognitive stimulation, emotional support, and enriching social interactions for both individuals with dementia and their caregivers.
Please complete our online dementia referral form, or download the dementia referral form document (available at the bottom of the page) and send to the details on the form.
Don’t worry we won’t have you down on the floor doing downward dog, our dementia yoga class is simplified chair-based yoga. The gentle movements, deep breathing exercises, and mindfulness techniques intrinsic to yoga can help improve flexibility, balance, and strength, which are often compromised in those with cognitive decline. As individuals engage in yoga, they are encouraged to focus on their breath and bodily sensations, fostering a sense of presence and grounding that can reduce anxiety and agitation commonly associated with dementia.
Regular yoga practice can enhance cognitive functioning by promoting increased blood circulation to the brain, facilitating better oxygen flow. This can lead to improved memory retention and sharper focus, which are crucial for individuals experiencing cognitive decline. Additionally, the gentle movements and stretches in yoga can improve flexibility and balance, reducing the risk of falls — a common concern for those with dementia.
Please complete our online dementia referral form, or download the dementia referral form document (available at the bottom of the page) and send to the details on the form.
To find out more about Dementia Support, please contact our Dementia Team on 01625 666990.
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