Dementia Support

Have you thought about volunteering and/or are looking for a new opportunity? We're looking for volunteers to support our services in Weaste and Swinton. For more information, email: francescarestelli@ageuksalford.org.uk or call on: 0161 788 7300.

If you're local to Broughton / East Salford - we'll be at the Healthy Living event at Broughton Hub on Monday 20th January. (12pm-2pm) We will have info about our services, volunteering opportunities and social activities. Enjoy a free brew and find out what's on locally.

Back for 2025! The music cafe for people living with dementia. First one of the year is tomorrow, Friday 3rd January, 10am-11.30am at Chandos Sports and Social Club. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/… Call - 0161 728 2001 for more info or email: dssadmin@ageuksalford.org.uk

This week it's Malnutrition Awareness Week #MAW24 Increase your understanding of older people’s malnutrition prevalence and risk. You can access our free e-learning on our website: Nutrition and Hydration Training @GMNandH #MAW2024 #olderpeople #NutritionMatters

Its Life Long Learning Week at Age Friendly Here’s what’s happening: ☑️4 Nov-Brew & Chat, Eccles ☑️5 Nov-Tech & Tea Drop-In ☑️6 Nov-6 Steps to Preventing Falls ☑️7 Nov-Brew & Chat, Swinton ☑️8 Nov-Brew & Chat, Pendleton Join us and learn together! agefriendlysalford.org.uk

Want to improve your connections with people living with dementia? Janet did! The Greater Manchester Training Hub have funded #professional #GM #communication #courses until March 2025. For more information - empowered-conversations.co.uk/free-professio… @GMTrainingHUB @GM_ICP @GMAgeingHub @gmcvo

Changing lives with music- the first dementia music cafe took place last week in Salford with @musicinmind_org. The BBC came along to film, watch here: 'Dementia music cafes will change lives' bbc.com/news/articles/…

We have some news to share on International Day of Older People #IDOP. Next year, we will be merging with @AgeUKTrafford. Read more on our website. 👇 bit.ly/4gNC0f5

Salford’s dementia-friendly sports programme set to improve mental and physical health. @AgeUKSalford and @Foundation92 partnered to create this campaign to help older people in the community. salfordnow.co.uk/2024/09/30/sal…

Free communication courses for #family #caregivers of people with #dementia in #GM. Morning and Evening courses starting in Oct - Our Online Programme – Empowered Conversations (empowered-conversations.co.uk) @lbsorg @OldhamDementia @WiganLeighCarer @NinaWarhurst @educatestock

Age UK Salford (@AgeUKSalford) is launching a new music cafe for people living with dementia and their carers in conjunction with Manchester Camerata’s Music in Mind Programme (@musicinmind_org) 🎶☕ talkingaboutmygeneration.co.uk/age-uk-salford…

The popular Sunday Lunch event held at Humphrey Booth Day Centre is back on Sunday 6th October for those aged 55+ (Noon - 3pm). Tickets cost £20 and include three-course meal, glass of wine and entertainment. Call 0161 737 5989 for a ticket.

Do you live in Irlam and are aged 55+? Or does a friend or relative? We will be at Irlam Library on Wednesday 25th September from 10am - 11am with information about ageing well and general information and advice. This is a drop-in, no need to book.

Claiming #Pensioncredit can also give you access to additional help with housing costs, council tax, and heating bills. Don’t miss out, check your eligibility here: Pension Credit calculator - GOV.UK (gov.uk) #PensionCredit

Places available for online Empowered Conversations course for family caregivers from Thurs. 12th Sept. "It helped me understand what it must be like to be mum, what she is going through and how to talk to her without thinking I shouldn't said that!" eventbrite.co.uk/e/934373384947…

Did you know that you can receive up to £218 per week via #pensioncredit? Don’t miss out, check your eligibility here: Pension Credit calculator - GOV.UK (gov.uk) #pensioncredit #AgeFriendlySalford

Sensory Workshop for family carers of people living with dementia. On Tuesday 17th September, Age UK Salford Office, 108 Church Street, Eccles, M30 0LH. Book your place: T: 07928 826 036 or email: dssadmin@ageuksalford.org.uk

Family caregiver turned support worker at @AgeUKSalford after seeing his positive impacts! Well done Martin! talkingaboutmygeneration.co.uk/an-unexpected-…

Do you listen to podcasts? @SalfordCAB has launched a series of podcasts to help understand where to find help and vital information about topics such as debt, health and disability and for the over 60's Follow the link to listen: salfordcab.org.uk/podcasts/

Annual Community Fun Day & Picnic! Date: Tues, 20th Aug 2024 Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm Location: Yogurt Pots Childcare, Salford Sports Village 🔗 Book now: ow.ly/JHgW50SUKv7 #CommunityFunDay #FamilyEvent