Memory Cafe

Empathy in Action: Walking a Mile in Dementia’s Shoes
Empathy in Action: Walking a Mile in Dementia’s Shoes 600 438 Liz Matthews
🧠 Empathy in Action: Walking a Mile in Dementia’s Shoes 🚌
Our team recently experienced a powerful dementia simulation that completely transformed our understanding of this challenging condition. Using cutting-edge technology on a specialised dementia bus, we stepped into the world of those living with dementia – wearing special goggles, headphones, and sensory-challenging insoles – and were asked to perform everyday tasks.
The immersive training by @training2careuk and @homeinsteadswindon @homeinsteaduk wasn’t just an experience – it was an eye-opening journey that will directly improve our Memory Café and Companions Café services. It was also a great opportunity to network with other local organisations doing similar work in the wider community.
Key highlights:
– Ground-breaking sensory simulation technology
– Medical research-backed experience
– Networking with local care professionals
– Direct insights into dementia challenges
By understanding more, we can support better. Together, we’re making life brighter for those living with dementia. 💙

Memory Café – Disco Through The Decades
Memory Café – Disco Through The Decades 2333 1750 Liz Matthews
🕺💃 Blast from the Past: Disco Memories Delight! 🎶✨
 
Haydon Wick Parish Council Memory Café teamed up with Pinetrees Memory Café and Highworth Forget-me-not Café for an absolutely GROOVY afternoon of musical memories!
 
Our residents took a musical journey through the decades, dancing from the 60s right through to the 90s. But let’s talk about the FOOD – oh, the glorious 70s cuisine! 🍽️
 
Highlights included:
Jo’s adorable blancmange rabbit shapes 🐰
Cheese and pickled onions on sticks 🧀
Bacon Frazzles 🥓
Ice-cold Tizer to wash it all down 🥤
 
Residents from across Swindon came together, reminiscing about the good old days and creating brand new memories. Groovy times were had by all!
 
Thank you Debs @PinetreesMemoryCafe for including us in your amazing event!
 
If you’d like to find out more about the Memory Café, contact the Memory Café Co-ordinator, Jo on memorycafe@haydonwick.gov.uk or 01793 722446 or visit our website at: https://haydonwick.gov.uk/memory-cafe/

Memory Café & Over 60’s Barn Dance
Memory Café & Over 60’s Barn Dance 2333 1750 Liz Matthews
🎉 Get ready to kick your heels up at our Memory Café & Over 60’s Barn Dance! 💃🕺🌭
Join us for a lively afternoon as the Black Velvet Ceilidh Band fills the GLL Haydon Centre Sports Hall with toe-tapping tunes! 🎻🎵
📅 When: 15th November ’24
⏰ Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
📍 Where: GLL Haydon Centre Sports Hall (SN25 1QQ)
💷 Ticket Price: £12
Dust off your cowboy boots and don your best western wear – it’s time to dress to impress! 👢🤠
Never tried barn dancing before? No worries! Our friendly caller will guide you through every step, ensuring everyone can join in the fun! 🕺💃
Feeling peckish after all that dancing? We’ve got you covered! 🍔
Enjoy hot refreshments including delicious hot dogs, burgers, and more to keep your energy up!
Don’t miss out on this afternoon of music, laughter, tasty treats, and community spirit. It’s going to be a whirl of excitement!
To book your spot or for more information, contact Memory Café Co-ordinator Jo:
📧 memorycafe@haydonwick.gov.uk
📞 01793 722446

Giddy up and join us for a knee-slappin’, belly-fillin’ good time! 🤠🎊🌭🍔

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Memory Café and Over 60s Barn Dance
Memory Café and Over 60s Barn Dance 2333 1750 Liz Matthews
🎉 Get ready to kick your heels up at our Memory Café & Over 60’s Barn Dance! 💃🕺🌭
Join us for a lively afternoon as the Black Velvet Ceilidh Band fills the GLL Haydon Centre Sports Hall with toe-tapping tunes! 🎻🎵
📅 When: 15th November ’24
⏰ Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
📍 Where: GLL Haydon Centre Sports Hall (SN25 1QQ)
💷 Ticket Price: £12
Dust off your cowboy boots and don your best western wear – it’s time to dress to impress! 👢🤠
Never tried barn dancing before? No worries! Our friendly caller will guide you through every step, ensuring everyone can join in the fun! 🕺💃
Feeling peckish after all that dancing? We’ve got you covered! 🍔
Enjoy hot refreshments including delicious hot dogs, burgers, and more to keep your energy up!
Don’t miss out on this afternoon of music, laughter, tasty treats, and community spirit. It’s going to be a whirl of excitement!
To book your spot or for more information, contact Memory Café Co-ordinator Jo:
📧 memorycafe@haydonwick.gov.uk
📞 01793 722446

Giddy up and join us for a knee-slappin’, belly-fillin’ good time! 🤠🎊🌭🍔

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Wednesday’s Memory Café was music to our senses!
Wednesday’s Memory Café was music to our senses! 2560 1920 Liz Matthews

What a wonderful time we had at this week’s Memory Café! Our friends living with dementia and their companions enjoyed a group full of melody, creativity, and movement.

  • Keren led us in a delightful “Singing for the Brain” session
  • We got crafty, sewing sweet-smelling lavender and clover bags
  • Lin got us moving with an energizing fitness session
  • Tony M. brought the house down with classics like “Needles and Pins” sung by The Searchers

It was heart-warming to see everyone engage their senses and share smiles!

Memory Cafe & Over 60’s Fish ‘n’ Chips Friday!
Memory Cafe & Over 60’s Fish ‘n’ Chips Friday! 2333 1750 Liz Matthews

🎵🍽️ Join us for a toe-tapping, taste bud-tingling celebration! 🍽️🎵

📅 Date: 20th September 2024

⏰ Time: 11:30am – 1:30pm

📍 Location: Haydon Wick Parish Council Office (SN25 1QQ)

For just £9 per person, you’ll enjoy:

  • Tasty fish & chips
  • Refreshing drinks
  • Delicious dessert
  • Live entertainment

🎤 Special Guest: Mitch Coleman will be singing for us!

Don’t miss out! Spaces are limited, so booking is essential.

To reserve your spot or for more information, contact our Memory Café Co-ordinator Jo on memorycafe@haydonwick.gov.uk or  01793 722446.

We can’t wait to see you there! 🎶🍟

Companions Café Update
Companions Café Update 1600 1200 Liz Matthews

This morning’s Companions Café was a lovely group, it was the second gathering of this supportive community. The relaxed and welcoming atmosphere encouraged companions to open up and learn from one another as they shared their challenging experiences on their dementia journeys.

Attendees enjoyed an interactive morning filled with various activities, including pebble painting, flower pressing, word searches, and discussions about music genres. The event provided a warm and safe space for those caring for loved ones living with dementia to connect, find support, and share experiences with others who truly understand their situation.

The Companions Café offers regular resources and guest speakers sharing invaluable advice. Limited spaces are available for loved ones to attend, supported by experienced volunteers. The café meets every 4th Thursday of the month from 10:00 am to 11:30 am at the Haydon Wick Parish Council Office (SN25 1QQ).

Those interested in learning more about the Haydon Wick Parish Council Companion Café are encouraged to reach out to Co-Ordinator Jo at memorycafe@haydonwick.gov.uk or 01793 722446 for more information and to join in creating heart-warming moments.

Memory Café Update
Memory Café Update 1600 1200 Liz Matthews

🎶 The Arval Community Choir lifted spirits with their melodious voices at this week’s Memory Café! After the soulful tunes, we got creative with a serene forget-me-not painting workshop. Huge thanks to our community hero John Bowron for hand-cutting over 45 of these delicate shapes that will soon decorate our Sensory Garden at Goodearl Leisure Gardens. 🌺

At Memory Café, we believe in weaving magic through engaging activities that awaken the senses and bring a smile to everyone’s face. Get ready for more unforgettable adventures as we continue making cherished memories together! 🌟

Mark your calendars for our next Memory Café on Wednesday, June 26th!

Want to learn more about the Haydon Wick Parish Council Memory Café? Reach out to our fabulous Co-Ordinator Jo at memorycafe@haydonwick.gov.uk or 01793 722446. Let’s create more heart-warming moments!

Memory Café & Over 60’s – Vintage Swing Tea Dance
Memory Café & Over 60’s – Vintage Swing Tea Dance 2333 1750 Liz Matthews

✨Swing into the 1940s at our Vintage Swing Tea Dance!✨

Calling all dapper dames and swell gents! 🕺💃 Slip into your snazziest 40s threads and join us on July 25th for an afternoon of toe-tapping tunes and fancy footwork.

Our special guest, Marvin Muoneké, “The Young Man with The Old Soul,” will serenade us with his soulful vocals straight out of a smoky jazz club. Once you hear his vintage vibe, you’ll be transported back in time!

Get ready to step back in time and let the rhythm move you at the GLL Haydon Centre Sports Hall from 2:30 – 4:30 pm. Tickets are just £12 each for 2 blissful hours of entertainment and undoubtedly some suave dance moves.

Don’t miss this swingin’ soirée! Contact Jo your Memory Café Co-ordinator or ring 01793 722446 to book your spot. The team is ready to jive the afternoon away with you!

Memory Café Sensory Garden Summer Preparation
Memory Café Sensory Garden Summer Preparation 2048 1536 Liz Matthews
Our award winning Memory Café Sensory Garden is blossoming into a serene oasis, thanks to the tireless efforts of our Memory Café Co-ordinator Jo, staff, and dedicated volunteers who recently spent the day preparing the garden for the summer season. Nestled within the idyllic Goodearl Leisure Garden site, this haven promises a tranquil escape for our Memory Café attendees, allowing them to bask in nature’s beauty.
If you share our passion for gardening and desire to create a nurturing environment, we invite you to join our enthusiastic team of volunteers. Lend your green fingers and watch as this sensory sanctuary flourishes under our collective care.
To find out more about the Sensory Garden, reach out to our Memory Café Co-ordinator, Jo, at memorycafe@haydonwick.gov.uk
To learn more about other volunteering opportunities or to express your interest in a leisure garden plot, reach out to our Administrator, Jackie, at admin@haydonwick.gov.uk or give us a call at 01793 722446.
Together, we can cultivate spaces where memories blossom and nature’s embrace soothes the soul. 🌸

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