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Dementia News Southampton – December 2025
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MEMORY CAFÉS • WELLBEING ACTIVITIES • OTHER CAFÉS
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Hi All
Advent is nearly here, leading us up to Christmas itself. As you prepare for the festive season make a Memory Cafe part of your celebration this month. Check the dates, which may be a bit earlier than usual due to the Christmas holiday.
Reframing Dementia – a new group has started for those with a recent diagnosis of dementia and will meet on the 1st & 3rd Monday of the week.
Christmas Service – we invite you and your families to join us for our Christmas Service at 6pm on Tuesday 9th December at St. James Methodist Church, Shirley. All are welcome,
Early Bird tickets for our Classical Concert in March next year. Take advantage of the reduced rate and buy your tickets before 6th January.
Carers Course – new course begins on Tuesday 6th January 2026.
More information on all these are below.
With our best wishes,
Ros, Katherine, Dave, Jo & All our Memory Café leads.
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Reframing Dementia
Meets again this Monday, 1st December. 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 will be running our next Carers Course from Tuesday 6th January 2026, at Potters Court, Maybush. If you would like to know more or would like to reserve a place please contact us via email.
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The Tree of Light is a fundraiser and people are asked to sponsor a light(s) in memory of a loved one or a special cause. Communicare are raising funds this year. To find out more go to their website www.communicare.org.uk
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We are 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. Buy your ticket before 6th January 2026 to get our Early Bird rate. Buy early – maybe a gift for someone this Christmas? Click here to purchase your ticket(s).
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Men’s Meets
For all men, caring for someone living with dementia. We would love you to join us for a walk and a catch up. We will meet at the Cowherds on the Common at 1pm for a short stroll, back to the Cowherds for some lunch and chat and should be finished by 3pm. For more information contact Dave Hendra by email or phone 07466 914671.
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Singing By Heart
Hedge End Salvation Army, White’s Way SO30 2GL
11.00-12.45 with light refreshments 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. It includes a Bible verse before each song and one line prayer after each song and ends each session with The Lord’s Prayer. Contact: lynne.sillence@gmail.com or 07974 372207
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St. Denys Memory Café
St Denys Church Centre, Dundee Road, SO17 2ND, 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, 2-4pm.
Come along for a cuppa and a chat and have a go at making some Christmas decorations. More information from Caraway.
Thornhill Memory Café
Medwall Court, Tatwin Road, Thornhill, SO19 6JS
First Tuesday of every month, from 2-4pm with Admiral Nurse present. It’s Christmas Party time! Uke Box Glory will be singing some Christmas songs and there will be food and drink available too. More information from Admiral Nurse Team on 0300 123 4026.
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Lordswood Memory Café
King’s Church Centre, 414 Coxford Rd, SO16 5LL
1st Wednesday each month, from 2-4pm. With tea, coffee, cake and friendship. All are welcome whether diagnosed or not, do come along and meet with others going through similar experiences. As we look to Christmas join us for some festive singing with Gary Burt. For more details contact Sally on 07712 182266.
Harmony Café, Weston
1.30-4.30pm. CHRISTMAS PARTY ! Quiz, carols, crackers, making decorations, cards, raffle, party food and live music with Gary Matthews. For more information contact Caraway.
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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 Thurs of the month being particularly dementia friendly.
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WELLBEING ACTIVITIES • OTHER CAFÉS
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Social Blend, Weston
Weston Court, Kingsclere Avenue, Weston SO19 9LB (Please don’t park in the residents car park)
Meets 1-3pm on the first Thursday of the month, this cafe is not a memory cafe but is suitable for everyone. Pop along for a chat and a cuppa. Make new friends, take part in activities or just sit and relax in a safe space. Contact Sarah for more information.
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Singing for the Brain
Fortnightly on a Thursday from 1.45 to 3.15pm at Thornhill Baptist Church, Thornhill Park Road, Southampton, SO18 5TR.
Singing improves your brain activity, wellbeing and mood. You don’t need to be a good singer to benefit. For more information call 023 8061 0159 or email SouthHants@alzheimers.org.uk
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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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Make & Brew Café, Shirley
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St. James Road Methodist Church, St. James Road, Shirley, Southampton, SO15 5HE
1st December – Teapot
1st Monday each month, 2.30 – 4.30pm, come and chat, read newspapers, do some craft and enjoy a cuppa with homemade cake selection to meet friends old and new. No need to book, just turn up. Parking behind church.
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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
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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
Community Western Hospital, SO16 4XE
10-12 noon every Wednesday, no booking required.
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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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Cuppa Club, Memory Cafe.
First Tuesday in the month, 2.30-4pm. Click here for more information.
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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