The Dementia Friendship & Support Network facilitates opportunities for people with dementia to come together and gain emotional and practical support from each other through the sharing of their own knowledge and experiences.
Our members tell us that being with other people who understand how they feel gives them the confidence to remain a valued and participating member of the community, and is also a great opportunity to have some FUN..!
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People with dementia and their carers can often feel alone and that nobody really understands the challenges they face each day living with this condition. Going out and engaging with other people can be a stressful and anxiuos experience, with many preferring the comfort of familiar surroundings and people, which can lead to isolation.
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We provide opportunities for people with dementia and their carers to meet each other, make friends and take part in a range of activities within the local community, such as day trips, coffee mornings, theatre trips, cabaret afternoons and walking groups.
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Our service is available to any Blackpool resident who has early stage dementia.
