Events for people with dementia and their carers
Dementia Action Week
Dementia Action Week takes place from19 to 25 May 2025.
This week aims to increase awareness around the importance of recognising the symptoms and diagnosing dementia as early as possible.
The following events will be taking place to mark the occasion.
| Event | Date and time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Dementia Action Marlow will be running a pop-up shop. | Wed 21, Thur 22 and Fri 23 May at 10am to 3pm | 3 Spittal Street, Marlow, SL7 3HJ |
| Beaconsfield Library will have a Memory Corner. A short talk will be delivered followed by a question and answer session. | Thursday 22 May 10.30am to 12.30pm | Beaconsfield Library, Reynolds Rd, Beaconsfield, HP9 2NJ |
| Wendover Dementia Support will be hosting a Families and Dementia Event. This will involve talks from Dr Pippa Moreton 'Dementia - What Families Need to Know' and Scott Mitchell 'Caring for my Wife, Barbara Windsor'. Book your place via [email protected] | Thursday 15 May, 2pm to 4pm | Wendover Christian Centre, 7b Aylesbury Road, Wendover HP22 6JG |
Monthly events in your area
Select your local area to find activities, social groups and support groups near you.
Dementia Carer Support Group - Amersham on the second Tuesday of each month at Amersham Community Centre.
Café 23
Café 23 is a Dementia Cafe in Amersham, providing a place to chat and ask questions, share experiences and reminisce.
The group of trained volunteers offer a variety of activities including arts and crafts, games and music.
Sessions run every Wednesday from 10:30am to 12:15pm at:
Amersham Town Football Club
School Lane
Amersham
HP7 0EJ
To find out more, volunteer, or come along as a guest, contact Annette and Paul:
- 07999 849690 / 07747842341
- [email protected]
Dementia Carers Support Group - Aylesbury on the third Wednesday of each month ay The Community Wellbeing Hub at Bucks New University Campus in Aylesbury.
Sensory Floor Time (Magic Table), every Tuesday between 4pm and 6:30pm at Aylesbury Library.
Singing for the Brain - Aylesbury held every other Tuesday, 2pm to 4pm at The Community Wellbeing Hub at Bucks New University Campus in Aylesbury.
Memory Information sessions take place 4 times a year. They provide people with memory concerns with information about:
- how to manage poor memory
- tips and strategies
- healthy living
- where to get support.
These sessions are 2 hours long and delivered at community venues or online.
Booking is required. To book, contact:
Post diagnostic information sessions (Aylesbury)
If you have recently received a diagnosis of dementia or you are supporting someone who has, then come along to one of our free post diagnosis information sessions run by Dementia Advisers from the Dementia Support Service at Alzheimer’s Society.
Aylesbury sessions are held at:
Room G004
The Whiteleaf Centre
Bierton Road
Aylesbury
HP20 1EG
You will need to have been in contact with the Memory Clinic to be referred to this service.
Booking is required. To book, contact:
Singing for the Brain - Beaconsfield, 2 Fridays every month at the Fitzwilliams Centre Beaconsfield
Beaconsfield Memory Café
The Memory Café is a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive space for individuals with dementia and their caregivers to connect with others. It offers a safe and friendly atmosphere where meaningful interactions can occur, fostering a sense of belonging and reducing feelings of isolation.
Meet new people and join us for complimentary refreshments and pastries. All are welcome; no booking required.
Held on the first Wednesday of every month at:
Beaconsfield Heights Care Home
30-34 Station Road
Beaconsfield
Bucks
HP9 1AB
10:30am to 12pm
For further information, visit the Beaconsfield Heights Care Home Facebook page or contact 01494 936 181.
Dementia awareness events
Attend a free session raising awareness of the effect of dementia and view the support services available.
View more information on the Training2Care website
There are limited spaces available, book your place:
- call 01296 383042
- email [email protected]
Singing group for those living with memory loss or dementia, fortnightly on Fridays at 11am, Chalfont St Peter Community Centre
Denham Memory Café, first Friday of every month 11am-2pm at St Marks Hall, Denham Green.
Dementia patients and their carers are welcome to come along for coffee, lunch and a chat.
An experienced dementia adviser will be present to answer any questions.
Carer Support Group - High Wycombe held on the third Tuesday of each month High Wycombe Library, 10:30am to midday.
Post diagnostic information sessions (High Wycombe)
If you have recently received a diagnosis of dementia or you are supporting someone who has, then come along to one of our free post diagnosis information sessions run by Dementia Advisers from the Dementia Support Service at Alzheimer’s Society.
High Wycombe sessions are held at:
Room XGG001
Saffron House
Easton Street
High Wycombe
HP11 1NH
You will need to have been in contact with the Memory Clinic to be referred to this service.
Booking is required. To book, contact:
Lightbulb Cafe
The Lightbulb Cafe is a warm and welcoming space, designed to support individuals experiencing memory changes or living with a dementia diagnosis and their carers.
Hosted by Wycombe Wanderers Foundation, this programme offers a safe and comfortable space where you can;
- connect with others
- engage in reminiscence activities
- promote wellbeing
- separate carer support
Every 1st Wednesday of the month 10.30am-12pm
Adams Park Stadium
Hillbottom Road
High Wycombe
HP12 4HJ
To book, contact:
Dementia coffee morning
Enjoy refreshments with good company and fun activities. Everyone is welcome.
Sessions run every Thursday from 10:30am to midday at Iver Heath Community Library.
For more information contact [email protected].
Café 22
Café 22 offers a regular meeting place for people living with dementia or memory loss, with an informal, friendly environment.
Sessions are every Thursday from 9:15am to 11:45am at:
St George's Church Hall
White Lion Road
Little Chalfont
Amersham
HP7 9LW
To find out more, volunteer, or come along as a guest, contact Annette and Paul:
- 07999 849690 / 07747842341
- [email protected]
Dementia Action Marlow run social sessions every Tuesday (singing) and Wednesday (Tai chi) as well as a 'Let's Get Moving' session on a Thursday. This is held at the Pugin Rooms, St Peters Street, Marlow, SL7 1NG.
Dementia Coffee Morning at Speen Church, every third Thursday of the month between 10am and 12pm.
Monday Club Café is held every Monday morning at the Christian Centre, Aylesbury Road, Wendover, HP22 6JG.
You must be registered with a GP in Wendover who will then invite you to a session.
Virtual Carer Support Group takes place on the second Wednesday of every month 2pm to 3:30pm on Zoom.
Virtual Dementia Singing for the Brain - every Monday at 11am on Zoom.
Memory clinic
Memory services aim to help people who are worried that their poor memory may be a sign of dementia.
These services provide a full assessment of the problem, start treatment if that is needed and offer advice about available support for the person and their caregiver.
The Post Diagnosis Information sessions (PDIS) are held at the Memory Clinics each month.
For more information visit the Oxford Health website.
Sessions are only offered to patients who have recently been given a diagnosis at one of the clinics.