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All info below courtesy of Caraway
Dementia News Southampton – May 2025
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MEMORY CAFÉS • WELLBEING ACTIVITIES • OTHER CAFÉS
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Hi All
As we begin a new month check out the dates for this week’s Memory Cafés, We hope you’re able to join us.
A reminder to check with event contacts in case details have changed since we received the information, especially with the Bank Holidays this month. If you know of anything happening in the city that might be of interest to others do get in touch via email or phone 07535 164014 leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
With our best wishes,
Ros, Katherine, Dave, Jo & All our Memory Café leads.
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Caraway is hosting its annual conference on Monday 19th May and this year we are looking to equip all those who are carers, whether in a professional capacity or as a partner or friend. If you think this day would be helpful to you then book your place here or if you want more information do email us.
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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 start at the Cowherds on Southampton Common, amble for half an hour, and then return to the pub for a drink and time to hang out. Our next meet up is 1-3pm Tuesday 6th May. For more information contact Dave Hendra by email or phone 07466 914671
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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. Join us for activities, cuppa, cake and chat.
Thornhill Memory Café
Medwall Court, Tatwin Road, Thornhill, SO19 6JS
First Tuesday of every month, from 2-4pm with Admiral Nurse present. This month come and take part in a ‘Music and Movement’ session – great for our mental and physical wellbeing. Taking part is optional, you are welcome to come for just a tea and chat if you prefer.
Men’s Meets
1-3pm, 1st Tuesday of each month. Contact Dave Hendra or phone 07466 914671 for more information. For all men, caring for someone living with dementia. We would love you to join us for a walk and a catch up. We start at the Cowherds on Southampton Common, amble for half an hour, and then return to the pub for a drink and time to hang out.
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Lordswood Memory Café
King’s Church Centre, 414 Coxford Rd, SO16 5LL
Every 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. We will enjoy some live music with Brian Budden. For more details contact Sally on 07712 182266.
Harmony Café
Hope Centre, Kings Community Church, Drayton Close,
Weston, SO19 9JN
1st Wednesday each month from 2-4pm. This week, we journey Southampton Through Time with Andy Skinner from Southampton City Council Culture Museum. For more information contact Sian
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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 be remembering VE Day 1945.
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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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13th May – 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 (11th May) 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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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. This week on 6th May there will be a VE Day Street party. 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
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Mayflower Court, Fish and Chip Lunch.
62-70 Westwood Road, Highfield, Southampton, SO17 1DP
12am in Reception area. Open to all book a place by phone
02380 670200
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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.
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!
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
Dementia & Carer Support Drop-In – 7th May
1st Wednesday of each month, 2-3.30pm, cuppa, cake and conversation.
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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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Sensory 4all
Visit the mesmerising sensory room for personally tailored session at the Pavilion on the park, Eastleigh. Suitable for all. £20 per session. Find out 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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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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