Local groups are a great opportunity to meet other people in similar situations.
They are fun and informal, run by qualified staff who can offer support and information if needed.
Click on the links below for more information
Heads Up – Wells
A range of enjoyable and stimulating activities are offered for people affected by dementia.
Groups are run every Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 2.30p.m. and include woodwork, pottery, memory workshops, flexercise and even silent discos.
Activities provide stimulation and a sense of achievement and are based on individual preferences and interests.
Everyone brings a packed lunch which they eat together at 12.30pm.
For further information contact 01749 670667.
The Lawrence Centre
Meet new friends and take part in fun activities.
Groups run every week day from 10 a.m. to 2.30 p.m and on the last Saturday of each month 10:30-2:30.
There are guest speakers, fun activities and refreshments.
A delicious homecooked lunch is included in the cost of the day.
They also run an Outreach Service in people’s homes. There is a volunteer driver scheme which enables people to get to and from sessions and gives carers more time for respite. The Centre is on the edge of the Union Street car park off Chamberlain Street. For more information contact Maggie Charlesworth on 01749 676839 or mcharlesworth@thelawrencecentre.org.uk
Wells Singing for the Brain
If you enjoy music and fancy getting together with a lovely group of people to sing, drum and have fun, then why not come along to Singing for the Brain every Wednesday from 11.15-12.45 at Seager Hall, Union Street, Wells.
Our lively and interactive inclusive music making group is open to everyone and is particularly suitable for older people, those living with dementia, memory problems and Parkinson’s Disease. Carers are also welcome! As well as singing all sorts of familiar songs, we also use West African djembe drums to create some fantastic beats and rhythms and we have been known to indulge in a relaxing sound bath with gongs, singing bowls and other wonderful instruments too. It’s a really uplifting experience!
Held every Wednesday 11.15am-1245pm
Seagar Hall, Union St Wells, BA5 2PU
For more information: emma@somersetartswell.co.uk
Emma- 07746 299 348
Wells Memory Café
A relaxed drop-in for people with memory problems and their carers. Held at Wells Methodist Church, Southover, Wells on the 3rd Wednesday of the month between 2 p.m. and 3.30 p.m.
Come along for companionship, occasional talks, fun activities and a cuppa!
For more information: wellsmemcaf@gmail.com
Claire on 01749 676248
Young Onset Dementia Group
This group is for people living with young/early onset dementia and their loved ones as well as relevant professionals, organisations.
This is primarily in the old ‘Avon’ area as we plan to share in-person events and activities in the future. Join the group on Facebook to meet others in a similar situation to you and find out about what fun events they are planning in the future
Mendip Meet Up for Younger People with Dementia
‘Mendip Meet Up’ is a small friendly group of people under the age of 65 who are living with dementia. We support each other, enjoy doing activities and visiting areas around Mendip with our partners, friends and/or family. New members are always welcome. The group discuss ideas and suggestions for various activities and meet on a monthly basis. This is a self-supporting group and therefore the Alzheimer’s Society will take no formal responsibility. A member of staff will assist with arrangements for bookings but may not be in attendance at every session. For further information, please contact Alzheimer’s Society 01458 251 541
Wells Talking Cafe
Meet new people, make friends and chat to a community signposter
Meets 10am- 12pm on Thursdays at The Bishops’ Table Cafe, Bishops’ Palace, BA5 2PD
For information:
Health Connections 01373 468368
Carer’s Groups
Looking after someone can be tough, but you are not on your own.
Everyone is welcome at these local groups where you can get some support and meet other people in similar situations.
Wells Carer’s Support
Group
At The Bridge, Priory Park,
Glastonbury Rd, Wells BA5 1TJ
On the 4th Wednesday of the month 1.30p.m-3pm
Call 07774 207458 or 01749 836561 for more information
Shepton Mallet Carer’s Group
At the Shepton Brasserie, Haskins Retail Centre.
On the first Wednesday of the month from 10.30a.m. – 12 noon
Contact Heads Up for more information
Wells Memory Loss Group
The Bridge, Priory Health Park, Wells
On the 4th Wednesday of the month from 1.30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Contact Jo Sylvester on 07909 877657 for more information.