The Council for Voluntary Services Uttlesford (CVSU) have developed a pilot scheme in the town to help businesses assist and support people with dementia. Project leader Steve Shoesmith said: "The aim is to raise awareness of dementia and create a community where people with dementia are understood and respected and supported." The first step of … Continue reading Working to make Dunmow more Dementia Friendly
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A new weekly event for those living with dementia, their carers and families. Echoing the success of the Dunmow Dementia Cafe, this is a new weekly support and social group, managed by the team from Volunteer Uttlesford. An opportunity for people with dementia and their carers, to meet up for companionship, support and activities. When: … Continue reading Saffron Walden Dementia Cafe launches
The Friendship Dogs Scheme is a one year pilot being delivered by CVS Uttlesford in partnership with Ace Hounds. The scheme is being funded by Essex County Council We can provide funded 1.5 hours sessions for either groups or individuals in either an indoor or outdoor setting. Our greyhounds will be brought to your location … Continue reading Friendship Dog service launches in Uttlesford
The idea of the Petal Wave Art Trail is that it replicates Forget-Me-Nots, which are different shapes and sizes as Dementia is different for each person. Petals are simply cut out of paper, decorated and signed to show support. They can be decorated by those directly living with Dementia and their carers, children within a … Continue reading Petal Wave Art Trail – an intergenerational art project to show support to those living with dementia in our community
A dementia resource developed for the people of Uttlesford On this website you will find information on a wide range of events, workshops and activities for both people living with dementia and their carers. Our aim in providing this site is to enable people with dementia to live well, and enjoy life in Uttlesford. To … Continue reading New Dementia Friendly Uttlesford website launched