Dementia support activities in St Helens
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Monday
| Group | Address | Day | Time | Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knit and Knatter | St Helens Library, The World of Glass, | Monday - weekly | 10:30am - 12:30pm | 01744 676954 | |
Carers Centre - Carer Support Group | Fishwick House, Cotham Street WA10 1SA | Second Monday of the month | 1:00pm- 2:30pm | A very informal group which welcomes carers who want to come in for a chat | 01744 675615 |
Tuesday
| Group | Address | Day | Time | Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hargreave's Trust Making Sense Group | Baptist Church, Hall Street, St Helens, WA10 1EL | The second Tuesday of each month | 6:30-8:30pm | Support group for carers of people with dementia - opportunity for carers to meet up and gain emotional and practical support. Carers are welcome to bring along the person they care for. There are always experienced people available to care for the person living with dementia at the meetings so the carer can discuss any worries or concerns with others. | 07543201062 |
| Forget Me Not Dementia Group | St Mark's Church, Haydock (group situated behind church) | Tuesday mornings | 10:30am-12:00pm | Social and activity group for people living with dementia and their carers. Café at the venue. | Pam 07792021440 |
| Looking Forward Support Group | Woods Court, Legh Street, Earlestown, WA12 9EF | Last Tuesday of the month | 1:00-3:00pm | This group will suit those who would like to meet with others in a warm and friendly environment. | Barbara 07968 682337 |
| Jigsaws and a Brew | Chester Lane Library, Sutton Manor, WA9 4DE | Tuesday - weekly | 10:30am-2:00pm | Make new friends and meet with old ones over a brew and completing jigsaws. | 01744 677081 |
| Dementia Support Group St Julie's Eccleston / Our Ladies Portico | St Julie's Church Hall, Howards Lane, Eccleston, St Helens, WA10 5HJ | First Tuesday of the month | 12:30-2:30pm | Support group for carers of people with dementia - opportunity for carers to meet up and gain emotional and practical support. Carers are welcome to bring along the person they care for. There are always experienced people available to care for the person living with dementia at the meetings so the carer can discuss any worries or concerns with others. | 07543201062 |
| Peace of Mind Dementia Cafe | St Andrew's Mission Hall, Garswood Road, Garswood, WN4 0TU | Last Tuesday of the month | 1:30-3:00pm | Ros 07981201386 |
Wednesday
| Group | Address | Day | Time | Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rugby Reminiscence | Board Room, Saints Totally Wicked Stadium, McManus Drive, St Helens, WA9 3AL | Fortnightly on a Wednesday | 10:30am-12:30pm | For carer and cared for, free refreshments. The sessions include videos and highlights of past games, quiz, guest speakers etc. | 07593255156 Brad.billsborough@saintsrlfc.com |
| In It Together | The Shining Lights Centre Sutton Manor WA9 4AT | Fortnightly on a Wednesday | 10:30am-12:30pm | For anyone affected by early onset / younger onset dementia | 07593255156 Brad.billsborough@saintsrlfc.com |
| John Smith's Helping Hands | Ruskin Drive, The Percival Suite, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 6RP | Wednesdays | 10:00am-12:30pm | Weekly social and activity group for people affected by dementia. | Marie Smith: 07939138087 |
| Age UK Mid Mersey Dementia Cafe | Billinge Parish Council Hub, Main Street, Billinge, WN5 7PE | Wednesdays | 10:00am-12:00pm | This low-level service provides an opportunity for carers and older people aged 50+ living with dementia to get together on a regular basis, to enjoy peer group support in a social setting where they can feel safe and part of society. Through regular dementia cafés, Age UK Mid Mersey are helping to ensure that people are supported and kept informed of their choices throughout their dementia journey. Age UK Mid Mersey can help people to access other services and activities including:
| For further information regarding how to access the group please call 0300 003 1992. |
| Alzheimer's Society - St Helens Activity Group | Rainhill Village Hall Dane Court Rainhill L35 4LU | Wednesdays 2nd and 4th week of the month | 11:00am - 12:30pm | Our activity group is a structured group based around a variety of engaging activities. We also include a regular Love to Move light exercise session. Activity groups are also a chance to relax and socialise. Activity groups are run by a facilitator and volunteers who will encourage and support people to take part. Our activity group is for people living with dementia, and a carer or companion is welcome to attend. Refreshments are provided. | 0151 420 8010 chris.lee@alzheimers.org.uk |
Thursday
| Group | Address | Day | Time | Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Reformed Church and Alzheimer's Society - Memory Cafe St Helens | United Reformed Church, Ormskirk Street, St Helens, WA10 2JZ | First Thursday of the month | 1:30-3:00pm | An opportunity to meet others, share experiences and learn about any local services and support available to you. The team of Dementia Advisers and volunteers will always be on hand to welcome you. The cafe is open to anyone affected by dementia, including carers, family members and friends. Refreshments are available and there is a quiet space for private conversation or advice if needed. | 01744 28314 ormskirkstreet@outlook.com 0151 420 8010 sthelens@alzheimers.org.uk |
| Dementia Cafe | Crownway Community Centre Crown Street Earlestown Newton- Le - Willows WA12 9DA | Second Thursday of the month | 12:00-1:30pm | Lunch, social and music for people living with dementia and carers and family/friends. | Tel 01925 222907 office@crownwaycommunitycentre.co.uk |
Friday
| Group | Address | Day | Time | Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musical Memories | United Reformed Church, Ormskirk Street, St Helens, WA10 2JZ | Fortnightly on a Friday | 2:30-4:00pm | Informal singing/music sessions/musical activities led by a facilitator, singing to bring people together in a friendly and stimulating social environment. Refreshments are available for a small fee at 2pm. | Denise Adamson 07856798348 |
| Loving Arms Dementia Cafe | Gerard Arms, Dentons Green Lane, St Helens, WA10 6SD | Fridays | 10:15am-12:00pm | Dementia cafe, social group and activities | 01744 28894 |
| Dementia Cafe Newton | Newton Family Community Centre, Park Road South, Newton le Willows, WA12 8EX | First Friday of the month | 12:00-2:00pm | An opportunity to meet others, share experiences and learn about any local services and support available to you. The team of Dementia Advisers and volunteers will always be on hand to welcome you. The cafe is open to anyone affected by dementia, including carers, family members and friends. Refreshments are available and there is a quiet space for private conversation or advice if needed. | 0151 420 8010 sthelens@alzheimers.org.uk |
| Knit and Knatter | Peter Street Library, Peter Street, St Helens, WA10 2EQ | Weekly - Fridays | 2:00-4:00pm | 01744 677896 | |
| Dominoes Group | Rainford Library, Church Road, Rainford, WA11 8HA | Weekly - Fridays | 2:00-3:00pm | 01744 677820 |
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Last modified on 22 January 2024