Every Wednesday 10am – 1pm, Elford Village Hall, subject to availability. A chance to meet others living with dementia in a relaxed fun environment, variety of activities from puzzles, crafting, games, mini golf, singing, chair based exercise, team games. Contact Angela 07477660774 contact@dementiacaring.org.uk for more information.
Every Thursday 11am – 1pm and 1:30 - 3:30pm at Burntwood Memorial Hall. A friendship group that helps combat isolation, supports carers and loved ones with signs of memory loss, everyone is welcome.
For more information contact Karen on 07396 182357
Local advisors provide information, practical support and knowledge about dementia. 01543 573936 staffordshire@alzheimers.org.uk
Singing Group run by the Alzheimer's Society for people living with dementia and their carer. it runs Friday afternoon 1.15pm - 2.45pm at Martin Heath Hall, Christchurch Lane, Lichfield WS13 8AY.
New dates to be added for Autumn. For further information contact Alzheimer's Society 01543 573936 staffordshire@alzheimers.org.uk
Daycare provided by MHA Communities South Staffs in Burntwood, 10am – 2pm, Wednesday and Friday, transport available, chargeable and subject to availability. Contact southstaffs@mha.org.uk 01543 674257. Cost £33.00.
Every Thursday 1:30 – 3:30 Methodist Church, Tamworth Street, Lichfield WS13 6JJ. Relaxed environment to meet other people living with dementia, receive support and information, weekly quizzes, activities and entertainment. For more information 01827 431002
Every Monday 11am – 12pm followed by refreshments Methodist Church, 30 Tamworth Street, Lichfield WS13 6JJ. Chair based exercises. For more information contact MHA Communities South Staffs, southstaffs@mha.org.uk 01543 674 257. Cost £5.50/session
Every Monday 2-3pm a fun age and dementia friendly seated movement programme to music. The Old Mining College, Ron Bradbury Room, Queen Street, Chasetown, Burntwood WS7 4QH. Contact Kay McQueen for more information. KayMcqueen@mha.org.uk 07596 045626 Cost £6 per session
First and third Tuesday of the month 10.30 – 12.30 The British Legion, Rykneld Street, Alrewas. A chance to relax and talk to others and feel supported. Contact Maureen 01283 790381 for more information.
Collect, donate and sell pre-loved care equipment. Equipment is available to view on www.grace-cares.com appointments can be made via 01543 326819 / 07779 300462 hello@grace-cares.com
Monthly tea party for over 70s living alone in Lichfield. Collected from their home by a volunteer driver and taken to a host house for the afternoon to enjoy food, drink and good company. Contact 01543 326819 / 07779 300462.
ARE YOU CARING FOR SOMEONE WITH DEMENTIA?
We run a morning social for people with dementia and their carers.
It is fortnightly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month in Barton Village Hall (easy parking!). The aim is to provide a little extra help for people and their carers who are living with dementia. There is no charge but donations are welcomed.
For more information or to tell us you’d like to come please contact Colin via Barton Neighbourhood Volunteers. Leave a message on 01283 296229 or email bnvvolunteers@gmail.com.
Accessible vehicles for appointments and trips with companion drivers. Pre-booked service. Companion drivers can support at appointments. Dementia trained drivers. Contact Leigh for more information on 07742 906526 lichfield@drivingmissdaisy.co.uk