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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
Already January is drawing to a close, we hope you’ve been able to make it to your local Memory Cafe, but if not this month, we look forward to seeing you next month.
Don’t forget to book your tickets for our fundraiser in March, a Classical Concert with the Chamber Ensemble of London.
More information on what’s happening around Southampton next week is below.
With our best wishes,
Ros, Katherine, Dave, Jo & All our Memory Café leads.
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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 it’s 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. Click here to purchase your ticket(s).
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A reminder that ageuk in Southampton have many resources to help those living with dementia. Information on Day Centres, Wellbeing checks with meals, assisted bathing and more. Do check out their website for more information.
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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
4th Monday of the month at 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
Sholing Memory Café
NEW VENUE: Salvation Army Church, 93 North East Road, Sholing, SO19 8AF.
1-3pm, 4th Monday of each month. The theme this month is ‘Olympic Games’ – come along for some fun games or just enjoy a cuppa and chat. For more information contact Sarah Cole.
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Chai Corner
YMCA Hub, Graham Road, Southampton, SO14 0AW
11.30am to 1pm. Free parking available!
Join us for a cuppa and chat and meet with others in the community. For more information contact Nazima.
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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. For more information contact Caraway.
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WELLBEING ACTIVITIES • OTHER CAFÉS
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Community Wellbeing Hub
Graham Road, Southampton, SO14 0AW
The last Wednesday of every month, 11am to 1pm
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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
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26th January – Bereavement Café
Last Monday of each month, 2 – 4pm, for support and friendship, cuppa and biscuits. No need to book, but further information available from Maureen Syed Tel: 07818 851854
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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
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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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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