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Dementia News Southampton – March 2025
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MEMORY CAFÉS • WELLBEING ACTIVITIES • OTHER CAFÉS
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Hi All
We start week 2 in our monthly programme on Monday so check out what’s happening across the city next week. We also wanted to let you know about our new Bereavement Course that is starting at the end of the month. If you know of anyone who might find this helpful do let them know.
A reminder that while we advertise other things going on in the city, for these non Caraway events, please phone the venue before you travel to check it is happening.
As always, any queries do get in touch via email or phone 07535 164014
With our best wishes,
Ros, Katherine, Dave, Jo & All our Memory Café leads.
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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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Do you know of anyone dealing with loss? We are starting our next Bereavement Course on 31st March. If you would like to know more information or someone would like to reserve a place then please email Caraway.
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Singing By Heart
Hedge End Salvation Army, White’s Way, SO30 2GL.
11.00-12.45 with light 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. 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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Lord’s Hill Memory Café
Lord’s Hill Church, Lordshill District Centre SO16 8HY
1.30-3pm
Meets weekly for Coffee, Cake and Connect with the 2nd & 4th Thurs of the month being particularly dementia friendly. This week we will explore the Memory Box with the theme of cooking.
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NEW CAFE: Chai and Chat group
Vedic Society Hindu Temple, 79-195 Radcliffe Rd, Southampton SO14 0PS
1.00pm -2.30pm. Free parking available!
Please do share with those who may find it beneficial, but also come along to connect with colleagues raising awareness of Dementia locally!
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WELLBEING ACTIVITIES • OTHER CAFÉS
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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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11th March – Supper Club
Usually on the 2nd Tuesday of the month 5.45pm for a three course meal at 6pm prompt. You need to book by the previous Sunday (9th March) signing Menu on Café or Car Park notice boards or ring Liz on 07789 501249 by that Sunday to check and book a place. Donations only for meal that is followed by a brief devotion including a hymn.
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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 1pm every Tuesday. A warm welcoming space for older people or those living alone.
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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. For more information contact the church office.
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Bursledon Road, Bitterne, Southampton, SO19 7LW. For more information email
MONDAYS, TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS
Hope Café 8.30 – 11.30am.
WEDNESDAYS
Omega Café: Drop in anytime from 10 until 12.
Armchair exercise: Starts at 10am for about 25 minutes.
Community Lunch: At Midday.
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Speedwell Court, Mansbridge in February
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Speedwell Court is a Residential and Dementia Care Centre, Mansbridge Road, Southampton, SO18 3HW. For more information on any of these events please email or phone 02382 356990
Singing with Speedwell
Thursday 13th March, 2.30-4pm
A friendly session where carers and those they care for can come in for a good ‘sing song’ last months ended up with some even having a dance which was great to see. No need to book
Community Cinema Club
Friday 21st March, 2.30-4.30pm.No cost and no pressure to stay to the end. Need to book in advance.
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Cycles 4all
10.30am to 2.45pm (last ride starts at 2pm)
Visit the Pavilion in the Park at 1, Kingfisher Road, Eastleigh SO50 9LH for a bespoke cycling experience. Cost from £5. More information here.
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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
Tuesday 11th March – Inside Out 2
Wednesday 12th March – Fisherman’s Friend, One and All, Berry Theatre
For more information check out their website here.
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Harbour Lights Cinema, Southampton
For relaxed screenings throughout March 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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