Out & About

'ADS' Services

22 Jan

Written By Alzheimers Dementia Support Charity

Out & About is a respite Service, providing stimulating and fun days out for able People with early-stage Dementia, who are still active.

The Service is designed to give Carers a welcome and much-needed break.

There are two Services meeting on alternate Tuesdays at Cox Green Community Centre prior to going out for the day. There are 8 places on each service. Our programme is very varied, providing the opportunity to do things you have done in the past or experience something new. Lunch is included whether it be a picnic or a meal at a pub or restaurant.

To be eligible to take part in this respite Service, you must:

Have been diagnosed with early-stage Dementia
Be mobile. We don't do hikes, but you must be able to participate in a general stroll
Commit to using the allocated space on a regular basis
Be able to manage the steps of a minibus
Be able to manage your own personal care
Have transport to and from the service.

The Service is led by Sandra Williams, our Out & About Service Leader supported by a team of dedicated and experienced Volunteers, who all have enhanced Disclosure and Barring Certificates.

The many venues we visit, are all risk-assessed, mindful of the individual needs of each attendee.

We request a donation of £60 towards the costs of transport, refreshments, lunch, the activity and supervision and administration costs.

For further information about the Service and/or to put your name down on the waiting list, please contact Sandra Williams on 07593 661848 or via email at sandra.williams@adscharity.com.