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It's a Wrap! Video of our latest Production 'Remember When.......our review of 75 Years'. For those of you who missed this heart-warming co-production with Alton Operatic Dramatic Society - it was so much fun - and we wouldn't want you to miss out - so grab your popcorn, put your feet up in a comfy chair and enjoy the memories and laughs along the way.
A voluntary organisation, leading the way for positive change and empowerment in Dementia-friendly Communities.
Founded in 2014, Dementia-friendly Alton coordinates and delivers a comprehensive range of support sessions and services for people living with dementia and their carers. Based in the iconic Alton Assembly Rooms and open five days a week for 'drop-in' advice, alongside the variety of groups activities (see programme above).
NEW Patron for the Charity - Rt Hon Damian Hinds MP for East Hampshire and long-standing supporter of the Dementia-friendly initiative from the Alzheimer's Society, Damian is very excited and honoured to become Patron for Dementia-friendly Alton, as an 'stunning example' of a local dementia-friendly group, that provides a comprehensive and inspiring programme of activities for people living with dementia and their carers. In his role as Patron, Damian will provide support to many events held by the charity in Alton and surrounding areas, as well as share details of the 'Alton experience / service' across the country, to inspire others to 'push the boundaries' by visiting the Alton Meeting Centre at Alton Assembly Rooms.
Please do pop in for a chat and a cuppa, 10am - 4pm from Monday to Friday - Weekly programme below, followed by flyers of new programmes
Rt Hon Damian Hinds MP started the 2025 Forget-me-not Walk for Dementia-friendly Alton to signal his new role as Patron for the Charity - pleased to raise the profile of this 'Stunning Charity'
Carer Support
Please contact us on 01420 551455, email dementia_friends@btinternet.com or drop into any of our events / sessions.
In the meantime click on the image below to access a guide to support your journey as a carer
NEW information book - Knowledge is Power - Available from DEEP / Innovations in Dementia - click on image below for access to online PDF
Updated Dementia Directory from EHDC - full of useful local information to support people living with dementia and their carers / families - click on image below for access to online PDF - Hard copies also available from Dementia-friendly Alton
