Do you want to have a better understanding of dementia? Then come along to our education session for informal carers. It's a two-hour, in-person session where you get to meet our team and ask the questions you want to know. The session will cover three main topics: What is dementia? Understanding dementia – exploring topics ... Read more
Do you want to talk to one of our Dementia Advisers in a friendly space and get your questions answered? Taking place on the last monday of every month, from 2:00pm – 4:00pm, Elmbrook Court Care Home opens its doors to welcome everyone. The friendship cafe invites the whole community to come along and engage ... Read more
Moorside Place Extra Care Housing (OSJCT) in Kidlington hosts our monthly Making Memories Cafe. Providing a welcoming and relaxing lounge for supporting anyone affected by a dementia diagnosis and their families/carers/friends. This is a friendly space to enjoy coffee, cake and companionship to promote living well with dementia and wellbeing; plus a chance to develop ... Read more
Our peer support sessions take place on the 1st Wednesday of the month and are a wonderful opportunity for carers to learn more about dementia, connect with others in a similar situation, maintain their well-being and navigate the journey of caring for someone with dementia. These sessions provide you with the opportunity to talk to ... Read more
Games and Gossip offers an opportunity for everyone supported by Young Onset Dementia Oxfordshire to participate in a variety of outdoor games, experience the fresh air and get some light exercise, no matter where they are in their dementia journey.
The Ampleforth Pub plays host to our regular community singing sessions, where we hope to provide a friendly space for people living with dementia and their carers to engage in singing sessions that could improve well-being and offer a chance to develop new friendships. Thanks to your help & support, we were able to secure ... Read more
Getting a diagnosis of dementia can be upsetting and overwhelming. It's often difficult to talk openly and it's common to feel isolated, but you're not alone. These sessions aim to help you understand and cope with the changes ahead and spend time and share with other newly diagnosed people and families. We design and deliver ... Read more
A dementia-friendly community sing-along, open to all. Whatever your singing ability, you're welcome to come along and have fun singing with us! The Sing Together! group is regularly attended by one of our Dementia Advisors, so it's also a good opportunity to get advice and support. Occurs on the first Friday of every month, from ... Read more
We have tried to ensure that all the dates for our groups are accurate. However, please check with the group organiser if you're unsure if an event will be running on a bank holiday.
Banbury Musical Memories is a social activity for people with dementia and their carers, enabling them to sing along with others who are in a similar situation, in a stimulating and safe environment. They meet on the first and third Monday of each month between 10.30 am and 12 noon (not on Bank Holidays). The group is supported by one of ... Read more
The Didcot Memory Cafe is a great place to sit down with a cup of tea and meet people who are in the same situation as you. Tea, coffee, and other refreshments will be provided. Parking is available and a bus stop is nearby. The venue is also wheelchair accessible. The cafe runs every other ... Read more
This musical memory cafe boasts live music from local singers and groups for you to enjoy. It's a warm and safe environment for people living with dementia and their carers to socialise and relax. The Harwellian Club has a bar where you can purchase refreshments also. It costs £2.50 per person to attend, or it's ... Read more
A social group that meets at Blenheim Palace. A great opportunity to experience the outdoors, get some exercise and meet new people! The group runs on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, from 11am - 1pm. For more information or to let us know you're coming, please email youngonset@dementiaoxfordshire.org.uk
A free opportunity to enjoy coffee, cake and companionship to promote living well with dementia. A Dementia Adviser will be able to connect you to local support services and provide advice & information. There is free parking in the area, with disabled parking available nearby. The venue is also just a short walk from the ... Read more
A day of free drop-in activities, food, and information for everyone! We will hold a dementia cafe from 11am where you can get advice and support from a Dementia Adviser. We will be hosting a pay-as-you-feel meal from 12 noon - 2pm followed by fascinating, engaging & interactive “bitesize” talks from TORCH (Oxford University), a ... Read more
Getting a diagnosis of dementia can be upsetting and overwhelming. It's often difficult to talk openly and it's common to feel isolated, but you're not alone. These sessions aim to help you understand and cope with the changes ahead and spend time and share with other newly diagnosed people and families. We design and deliver ... Read more
A welcoming and supportive environment for everyone with memory problems and their carers on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month, from 2:30pm - 3:30pm. One of our Dementia Advisers will come along to answer any questions you have about dementia, being a carer, and what support we can provide. For more information, please ... Read more
Come and join with others for coffee and biscuits, conversation and activities including painting, table top games, jigsaws, music and singing. Held on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 10am-12.30pm. Carers are asked to stay and are able to speak to one another whilst their loved ones are engaged in activities. To find out ... Read more
The Forget Me Not Cafe is a great opportunity for those in and around Carterton to connect with their community. The cafe is designed for people living with dementia, their family and carers. One of our Dementia Advisers will attend these sessions to help anyone needing information, advice, and guidance with dementia. The Cafe runs ... Read more
A wonderful chance to get (back) into the saddle at this one-off cycling event in partnership with Cyclability. Cyclability is an organisation that promotes inclusive cycling for all so that everyone can have the physical and mental health benefits that being out on a bike brings. It is a safe, supportive environment and we hope ... Read more
Do you want to have a better understanding of dementia? Then come along to our education session for informal carers. It's a two-hour, in-person session where you get to meet our team and ask the questions you want to know. The session will cover three main topics: What is dementia? Understanding dementia – exploring topics ... Read more
A meeting for family members who are supporting those who have a diagnosis of young onset dementia. The group runs on the 4th Wednesday of every month, from 10:30am - 12pm. For more information or to let us know you're coming, please email youngonset@dementiaoxfordshire.org.uk
Our Carers’ Workshop takes place on the 3rd Wednesday of the month and is a wonderful opportunity for carers to learn more about dementia, connect with others in a similar situation, maintain their well-being and navigate the journey of caring for someone with dementia, in a safe and warm environment. Each month we'll tackle a ... Read more
The Ampleforth Pub plays host to our regular community singing sessions, where we hope to provide a friendly space for people living with dementia and their carers to engage in singing sessions that could improve well-being and offer a chance to develop new friendships. Thanks to your help & support, we were able to secure ... Read more
There are a lot of great people and organisations out there that want to help you live well as you age, but it can be difficult to know where to find them. This event is a great opportunity for you to connect with your local support network and get the help you want. It’s also ... Read more
Banbury Musical Memories is a social activity for people with dementia and their carers, enabling them to sing along with others who are in a similar situation, in a stimulating and safe environment. They meet on the first and third Monday of each month between 10.30 am and 12 noon (not on Bank Holidays). The group is supported by one of ... Read more
The Didcot Memory Cafe is a great place to sit down with a cup of tea and meet people who are in the same situation as you. Tea, coffee, and other refreshments will be provided. Parking is available and a bus stop is nearby. The venue is also wheelchair accessible. The cafe runs every other ... Read more
This group is for people with a diagnosis of young onset dementia. It is face-to-face and will run monthly. Alongside a variety of activities, it will provide a welcoming space to socialise, meet new people and share experiences. The group runs on the 3rd Tuesday of every month, from 10:30am - 12pm. For more information ... Read more
Millers Grange Care Home host a lovely Friendship Cafe in Witney on the third Tuesday of every month, from 2pm - 3:30pm. It's a dementia-friendly event, but it is open to anyone who would like to make new friends and share their experiences. Fancy a nice cup of tea and biscuits in a warm, friendly ... Read more
The Henley Coffee Club is an opportunity to spend time in a friendly social atmosphere, with refreshments provided. The group is hosted by Henley Manor Care Home and designed for families, carers and those living with dementia. It is supported by a Dementia Adviser from Dementia Oxfordshire. Takes place on the third Tuesday of every ... Read more
A social group for people to meet each other, share stories and experiences. The group runs on the 4th Wednesday of every month, from 11am - 1pm. For more information or to let us know you're coming, please email youngonset@dementiaoxfordshire.org.uk
Our sharing sessions bring people living with dementia together, to learn, talk openly and make new connections. WHAT TO EXPECT We understand that being given a diagnosis of dementia can be difficult to come to terms with and it’s easy to feel alone. Our sharing sessions give people living with dementia the opportunity to meet ... Read more
A welcoming and supportive environment for everyone with memory problems and their carers on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month, from 2:30pm - 3:30pm. One of our Dementia Advisers will come along to answer any questions you have about dementia, being a carer, and what support we can provide. For more information, please ... Read more
The Forget Me Not Cafe is a great opportunity for those in and around Carterton to connect with their community. The cafe is designed for people living with dementia, their family and carers. One of our Dementia Advisers will attend these sessions to help anyone needing information, advice, and guidance with dementia. The Cafe runs ... Read more
We have tried to ensure that all the dates for our groups are accurate. However, please check with the group organiser if you're unsure if an event will be running on a bank holiday.
Do you want to talk to one of our Dementia Advisers in a friendly space and get your questions answered? Taking place on the last monday of every month, from 2:00pm – 4:00pm, Elmbrook Court Care Home opens its doors to welcome everyone. The friendship cafe invites the whole community to come along and engage ... Read more
Moorside Place Extra Care Housing (OSJCT) in Kidlington hosts our monthly Making Memories Cafe. Providing a welcoming and relaxing lounge for supporting anyone affected by a dementia diagnosis and their families/carers/friends. This is a friendly space to enjoy coffee, cake and companionship to promote living well with dementia and wellbeing; plus a chance to develop ... Read more
Join us on the 2nd of June for a free dementia-friendly day of summer fun. From traditional summer fete games and food to homemade crafts, there’s something for absolutely everyone. Bring your friends, family and loved ones to celebrate the summer with us. For more information please email or call: fundraising@dementiaoxfordshire.org.uk 07468 862 180
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