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Dementia-Friendly Berkshire – Your Guide To Local Initiatives

In the county of Berkshire, the number of people living with dementia is growing in line with the ageing population. Across the county, there are different activities set up to suit people at different stages of dementia. There are also initiatives that welcome carers, to help them meet others and support them in their caring role.

For more information regarding taking care of a family member with dementia, take a look at our full guide to looking after someone with dementia. If you are looking for health and social care services please see our guide to dementia care services in Berkshire.

Dementia-Friendly Cafés in Berkshire

Lambourn Dementia Café and Carers Support

Run by AgeUK, this Dementia Café has been set up to offer those with dementia and their carers a morning of fun, friendship, refreshments and conversation.

  • Where? Memorial Hall, Oxford Street, Lambourn, RG17 8XP
  • When? Fourth Wednesday of the month, 10:30am - 12:00pm
  • Telephone: 0118 959 4242
  • Email: [email protected]
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Maidenhead Connection Café

dementia-friendly cafe

The cafe in Maidenhead is an informal chance for people with dementia to meet up and make new friends. A variety of activities are provided including games, crafting, seated exercise and reminiscing. Carers can also find support, information and advice.

  • Where: High Street Methodist Church, King Street, Maidenhead, SL6 1EF
  • When? Mondays, 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Telephone: 07516 165647
  • Email: [email protected]
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Reading Royals Memory Café

Reading football club facilitate the memory cafe for old fans. There is the chance for old friends to meet up and reminisce, with tea, coffee, cakes and biscuits provided by Compass Group. Occasionally, Reading football club legends join in the fun.

  • Where? Select Car Leasing Stadium, Junction 11, M4, Reading, RG2 0FL
  • When? Third Wednesday of the month, 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Telephone: 0118 959 4242
  • Email: [email protected] 
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Shinfield Dementia Café

Run by AgeUK, this Dementia Café has been set up to offer those with dementia and their carers a morning of fun, friendship, refreshments and conversation. Please get in touch for more information on meeting times.

  • Where? Grazeley Room, School Green Centre, Shinfield, RG2 9EH
  • When? One Wednesday a month, 10:30am - 12:00pm
  • Telephone: 0118 959 4242
  • Email: [email protected]
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Wokingham Methodist Church Alzheimer's Café

The Alzheimer’s Café opened on Wednesday 20th May 2015 and aims to provide a place for those living with the condition and their carers to get together for a time of fellowship: tea, chat, friendship, singing, music, stories, gentle sports and sharing. They also run activities, including quizzes, make-up sessions and a monthly speaker.

Please see their website for more information on meeting dates.

  • Where? The Bradbury Centre, Rose St, Wokingham, RG40 1XS
  • When? Fortnightly Wednesdays, 2:00pm - 3:30pm (Term Time Only)
  • Telephone: 0118 977 6898
  • Email: [email protected]
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Gardening for People in Berkshire

Five a Day Market Garden, Englefield

Gardening, dementia

Five a Day is a not-for-profit, community supported project near Theale. The garden runs workshops, courses and events for older adults, particularly those with memory problems. The outdoor environment is therapeutic. Session themes range from organic growing to conservation to environmental crafts.

Five a Day gardening sessions are free of charge. Booking is required as places are limited and allocated on a first come first serve basis.

Ridgeline Trust

The Ridgeline Trust runs gardening sessions for those living with disabilities or facing mental or physical health issues. Through horticultural therapy, the Trust help people to relax and grow in the beautiful garden setting. There is a focus on learning new skills, regaining lost skills and improving mental and physical well being.

Thrive Beech Hill

Thrive is a nationwide successful gardening project for people with disabilities. This includes people with age-related conditions such as dementia or stroke survivors. They have a regional hub in Beech Hill, near Reading. The team of social and therapeutic horticulture trained therapists lead sessions to improve well being. From physical exercise to learning new skills, the garden has something to offer for everyone.

Music Groups for People with Dementia

Turtle Song, Reading

Turtle Song is a singing and song writing project for people with dementia, memory loss and their carers. There is the chance to enjoy singing together and perform to family and friends. No previous singing experience is required and there is a welcoming atmosphere. Turtle Song is free for participants and carers. Tea, coffee and biscuits are provided.

Please get in touch for more information on attending sessions.

Singing for the Brain

Music groups for people with dementia Around the principles of music therapy, Singing for the Brain is a lively singing group for those with dementia. The structured group sessions use music to encourage communication and participation. Each session includes a range of activities including vocal warm-ups and singing a variety of old favourites and new songs. Carers are also welcome to attend.

Singing for the brain sessions are facilitated by the Alzheimer’s Society in Berkshire. For more information, please contact the Alzheimer’s Society Berkshire on 0118 959 6482 or [email protected].

Bracknell
  • Where? Priestwood Community Centre, Priestwood Court Road, Bracknell, RG42 1TU
  • When? Fourth Thursday of the month, 11:00am - 12:30pm
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Calcot
  • Where? Kennet Valley Free Church, Kennet Valley Free Church, Carters Rise Calcot, Reading, RG31 7YT
  • When? First Thursday of the month, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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Charvil
  • Where? Charvil Village Hall, Park Lane, Charvil, RG10 9TR
  • When? First Thursday of the month, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Singing for Pleasure

Singing for Pleasure is a light-hearted, fun and interactive get together for people with dementia and their carers. A good singing voice is not required; all are made to feel welcome! Refreshments are served half an hour before the start of each sessions so there is the chance to socialise.

The three available sessions are organised by Alzheimers Dementia Support, a charity in East Berkshire. For more information please contact them on 07516 165647 or [email protected].

Ascot
  • Where? King Edwards Hall, King Edwards Road, Ascot, SL5 8PD
  • When? Fridays, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Maidenhead
  • Where? Cox Green Community Centre, 51 Highfield Lane, Cox Green, Maidenhead, SL6 3AX
  • When? Wednesdays, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Windsor
  • Where? All Saints Church Dedworth, Dedworth Road, Windsor, SL4 4JW
  • Tuesdays, 1:00pm - 2:30pm