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Dementia News, Southampton – January 2026
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MEMORY CAFÉS • WELLBEING ACTIVITIES • OTHER CAFÉS
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Hi All
Reframing Dementia, our new group for those living with a recent diagnosis of dementia meets again on Monday, 19th January. If you would like to know more contact Dave or Karen, details below.
Tickets for our March concert are still on sale, although our Early Bird rate has passed it is still a good value evening with some wonderful musicians playing a variety of music for all taste. Click on the link below to buy your tickets.
Memory Cafes happening across the city next week, all listed below.
With our best wishes,
Ros, Katherine, Dave, Jo & All our Memory Café leads.
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Reframing Dementia
Meets Monday, 19th January. A safe place for those who have recently received a diagnosis of dementia. More details above or contact Karen or Dave for further information. You can just turn up on the day.
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We are so excited to invite you to join us for a beautiful evening of classical music performed by the acclaimed Chamber Ensemble of London, in support of Caraway. With its members counted among some of the finest classical musicians in the country, the ensemble’s exquisite playing and fabulous programme promise an evening to remember. Tickets are selling fast – click here to purchase your ticket(s).
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Help Shape the Future of Alzheimer’s Treatment
Alzheimer’s disease affects millions of families, and new treatments are starting to emerge.
The University of Southampton are running a short, anonymous survey to learn more about public attitudes toward new Alzheimer’s treatments, and in particular recently developed antibody therapies. Your voice can help shape future treatment and care, support better communication, and ensure that treatments align with what patients, families, and caregivers truly need.
Please consider taking part in their short 5 minute survey and help guide research toward safer, more effective solutions:
Attitudes Toward New Alzheimer’s antibody Therapies Survey
This research group from the University of Southampton, are developing novel antibody treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease. Their work is supported by Innovate UK/iCURE and BBSRC who are helping them to learn more about wider perspective of antibody treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease. As part of their research, they are exploring attitudes toward improved Alzheimer’s immunotherapy compared to current options like Lecanemab and Donanemab. Your insights as a patient, carer, or healthcare professional are invaluable.
Visit their website to learn more about us: Alzora Bio | and/or watch their explainer video: https://youtu.be/p5oH02zO-RI?si=23w_utjzBpcD4HER
If you have any questions, feel free to send an email to: Professor Jessica Teeling: j.teeling@soton.ac.uk
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Singing By Heart
3rd Monday of the month at Moorhill Care Home, Moorhill Road, West End, SO30 3AZ.
11.00-12.45 with lunch after. Singing by Heart is an hour session singing a mixture of Christian songs and well-known secular songs that people with dementia will know and be able to interact with. More information from lynne.sillence@gmail.com or 07974 372207
Shirley Memory Café
Make & Brew Café, St James Road, SO15 5HE
From 2-4pm, 3rd Monday each month. Come along to enjoy some tea and cake with others living with dementia. Sally Ann will be joining us to talk about what we can do to prevent falls.
Townhill Park Memory Café
Townhill Farm Community Centre, Wessex Road, Townhill Park, SO18 3RA.
1-3pm, meets the 3rd Monday of the month. You’ll always be sure of a warm welcome, with a cuppa and cake. Time to chat and different activities each month. First cafe of the new year, a chance to relax and chatter with other attendees while having a tea, coffee, cold drink. Activities will be provided if you would like to take part. More information from Jo Frost.
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St. Denys Memory Café
St Denys Church Centre, Dundee Road, SO17 2ND
Every 1st & 3rd Tuesday each month, from 2-4pm. Sally Ann joins us for part 2 of how to deal with any falls we may have or witness. For more information contact Caraway.
Southampton Manor Memory Café
111 Burgess Rd, Bassett, Southampton SO16 7AG
2-3.30pm. Meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month and is open to all, residents and non. For more information contact Jackie Cooper.
Maybush Memory Café
Potters Court, 538 Wimpson Lane, SO16 4JA
3rd Tuesday each month, 2-4pm. Always a popular guest, we welcome Andy Skinner from Southampton City Culture Museum to share some of the WW2 history of Southampton. For more information contact Caraway.
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Woolston Memory Café
Bishops Crescent Community Room, Woolston, SO19 2FH.
Every 3rd Wednesday of the month, 2-4pm. Join us at this dementia friendly café. First cafe of the new year, a chance to relax and chatter with other attendees while having a tea, coffee, cold drink. Activities will be provided if you would like to take part. For more information contact Jo Frost.
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Lord’s Hill Memory Café
Lord’s Hill Church, Lordshill District Centre SO16 8HY
1.15-2.45pm
Meets weekly for Coffee, Cake and Connect with the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month being particularly dementia friendly. Join us for a cuppa and cake.
For more information contact Caraway.
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WELLBEING ACTIVITIES • OTHER CAFÉS
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Senior Saints strives to help over 60s improve their lifestyle and maintain their independence through a mixture of physical exercise and social activities. Check their website for what they offer, scroll down the page to see their timetable for the week.
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Connections at Highfield Church
Highfield Church, Highfield Lane, SO17 1RL.
10 till 12 midday, every Monday morning, start the week with a friendly coffee and chat session, activities too. A warm and fun space to meet friends and make new ones. More information from Keith Fox.
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Monty’s Majors
Monty’s Community Hub, 59 Montague Avenue, Sholing, SO19 0QB. From 1.30pm every Tuesday. A warm welcoming space for older people or those living alone. More information here
Singing for Wellbeing
Weekly at Mayflower Studios, Above Bar Street, SO14 7DU, 2-3.30pm. Click here for more information.
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Mayflower Court, Coffee & Cake
62-70 Westwood Road, Highfield, Southampton, SO17 1DP
11am in Reception area. Open to all. Any queries phone
02380 670200
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Dementia Support Group
Canteen Conservatory, Community Western Hospital, SO16 4XE
10-12 noon every Wednesday, no booking required. Not only for a cuppa and chat but physical health checks are offered too.
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Musical Memories
Shirley Salvation Army Hall, Victory Street, SO15 5LH.
Thursday morning, 10.30 till 12.00. A dementia friendly singalong. Meet friends, sing and have a cuppa.
For more details contact 02380 771655, ask for Sally Ann.
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Coffee and Cake
St Denys Church, Dundee Road, St Denys, SO17 2ND, from 1.30-3pm. More information contact the church office
Fish and Chip Friday
Dawson Lodge, Botley Road, Southampton, SO30 3RS host this every Friday. To book a place call 023 80465707 or email Kirsten
The Haven Lunch Club
St Mark’s Church, Archers Road, SO15 2LU, from 11am – 2.30pm. £5 for a 2 course lunch. For more information check out the website.
Fish and Chip Friday @ Mayflower Court
62-70 Westwood Road, Southampton, SO17 1DP.
Homemade Fish and Chips lunchtime for elderly members of the community who would otherwise be eating on their own from 12pm. Booking is essential, please call Mayflower Court on 02380 670200.
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Spare Chair Sunday
Dawson Lodge, Botley Road, Southampton, SO30 3RS welcome guests every Sunday. To book a place call 023 80465707 or email Kirsten
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Bursledon Road, Bitterne, Southampton, SO19 7LW. For more information email
MONDAYS, TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS
Hope Café
8.30 – 11.30am. Pop in for a cuppa & a piece of cake and chat.
Free but donations appreciated.
WEDNESDAYS
Omega Café: Drop in anytime from 10 until 12. Free tea, coffee, cake, and chat.
Armchair exercise: Starts at 10am for about 25 minutes. Led by a qualified instructor; light exercise whilst still sitting! Donations welcome.
Community Lunch: At Midday. Food varies between jacket potatoes, ploughman’s, quiche, soup, breakfast rolls and pizza to name a few. Donations welcome.
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Southampton Park Walk
Meet @ the Hawthorns Café, SO15 7NN, Southampton Common at 9am. The meet point is by the start of park run between 2 oak trees close to Hawthorns but not outside it, look for the steward in high vis jacket labelled “Park Walker”. All Welcome!
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Inclusive film – CHECK WEBSITE
For more information check out their website here.
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Harbour Lights Cinema, Southampton
For relaxed screenings go to their website
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We’re here to help! Message us your thoughts:
caraway@caraway.uk.com
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