OUR DEMENTIA CHARTER SUPPORTERS
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
(Dementia-friendly services and initiatives)
AGE UK
Age UK East Sussex is an independent local charity. We've been working in the local community to help older people for 70 years. We have 40 dedicated staff and over 190 amazing volunteers helping us to deliver services and activities for older people in East Sussex.
Website - https://www.ageuk.org.uk/eastsussex/
Facebook: @ageukeastsussex https://www.facebook.com/ageukeastsussex
Twitter: @AgeUKESussex Age UK East Sussex (@AgeUKESussex) / Twitter
ASSOCIATION OF CARERS
The Association of Carers provides free, volunteer-led services to unpaid Carers in East Sussex in the hope of reducing the sense of isolation experienced by many carers. This includes respite and befriending visits, computer help, telephone support, online activities, lunch clubs, Carers’ Cafes and more. The carers they support come from a range of backgrounds, and are caring for people living with a range of conditions/disabilities.
Website: https://associationofcarers.org.uk/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AssociationofCarers/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/assocofcarers
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/associationofcarers/
CARE FOR THE CARERS
Do you look after someone who couldn't manage without your help? Care for the Carers is the Carers Centre for East Sussex. They provide free practical and emotional advice – face to face, by telephone, or online, and can help you navigate and access the range of services available locally. They also offer support groups, activities, events and training – whether you are interested in speaking up on important issues, or having time out to relax and meet new people.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/careforthecarers
Twitter: @Care4theCarers
Instagram: @careforthecarers
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DEMENTIA SINGING EXPERIENCE, SUSSEX
Dementia Singing Experience, Sussex take structured and interactive singing, activity and craft sessions into community day care centres, dedicated care homes and memory cafes supporting those living with dementia. Our sessions are unique in the fact that we approach every individual and make sure that everyone feels relaxed and at ease. We get to know our clients, have a real connection with them and make sure no-one is left out.
Website:www.dementiasingingexperience.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dementiasingingexperiencesussex/
THE IVY DEMENTIA CENTRE
EASTBOURNE ACCESS GROUP
Website: https://eastbourneaccessgroup.org.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eastbourneaccessgroup?fref=ts
Twitter: @EastbourneGroup
Instagram: eastbourneaccessgroup2
MEMORY LANE - EASTBOURNE
Memory Lane Eastbourne is a registered charity providing social activities for people with dementia and their carers to attend together. Our focus is keeping people with dementia active and socially engaged. Memory Lane is all about enjoying activity that is manageable, fulfilling and fun. It is an opportunity for jointly sharing interests between carer and cared (husband & wife or mother and daughter for example) with the aim of being of benefit to both parties.
Website: https://www.memorylaneeastbourne.co.uk
MUSIC FOR THE MEMORY
Music for the Memory is a local charity that supports those living with dementia or experiencing memory issues. We run fun, free, no obligation sessions on a Monday morning which primarily involves singing but also includes some physical (seated or standing) and vocal exercises, as well as a short quiz. We are a very friendly charity and support both the cared for and the carer. No experience is required for any of our sessions because it is all about fun and enjoyment. Get in touch as we’d love to hear from you, and we know we can make a difference!
Website: https://musicforthememory.net
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/www.musicforthememory.net/
AGE CONCERN EASTBOURNE
An independent local charity for older people in Eastbourne providing activities, most of which are dementia friendly, as well as services, information and advice to enhance the experience of later life.
ST WILFRID'S HOSPICE
St Wilfrid’s Hospice provides end of life care to the people of Eastbourne, Seaford, Hailsham, Uckfield, Heathfield and all points in between. They offer care through many different services, including the Inpatient Unit, Hospice at Home Team, Living Well Centre and the 24/7 Nurse Line, as well as their Counselling Support Service. Their vision is of a community where people can talk openly about dying, live well until the end of their lives and where nobody dies alone, afraid or in pain.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StWilfridsHospice/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stwhospice/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/stwilfridstweet
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/st-wilfrids-hospice/
DISC DEMENTIA SUPPORT
DISC provides free support and information for carers of people living with dementia all the way through and beyond the caring journey. This can be over the phone, by post, through email, or in the form of facilitated support groups and information courses which are also free. DISC also offers paid for tailored packages for corporate staff training.
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3VA
3VA is an organisation that empowers, supports and develops social and voluntary action in East Sussex, and they prioritise their efforts to those in greatest need. Their work is based on collaborative and partnership working using an asset-based and community-led approach, and they aim to strengthen social action by amplifying the voice of the voluntary sector. Their activities aim to make a real difference to our communities.
website: https://3va.org.uk
email: info@3va.org.uk
Facebook: https://en-gb.facebook.com/3VA.CVS/
MEMBERS - INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANISATIONS
DRIVING MISS DAISY EASTBOURNE
Driving Miss Daisy provides transportation and companion driving services for elderly people, children, disabled people and for anyone who is unable to drive. The service also provides assistance in and out of the car, going to appointments, shopping and company on outings. Those with additional needs are catered for such as including assistance with a walker or wheelchair.
Website:https://drivingmissdaisy.co.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrivingMissDaisyEastbourne/
MORTAIN PLACE - BARCHESTER HOMES
This carefully designed care home in Eastbourne provides residential care in a homely and friendly environment. A team of qualified and dedicated staff focus on the individual needs of residents and are committed to providing professional and respectful care. It’s at the heart of everything Mortain Place does.
An experienced and qualified team also provides support for the home's Memory Lane community, ensuring individuals who are living with dementia are well-supported.
Website: https://www.barchester.com/home/mortain-place-care-home
Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/BarchesterMortainPlace/?ref=bookmarks
ABBOTS WOOD MANOR CARE HOME
Abbots Wood Manor Care Home is a 60 bed care home offering full Residential, Nursing and Dementia care, along with now specialising in Parkinsons.
Opened in March 2020 by the High Sheriff of East Sussex, Abbots Wood offers luxurious facilities for all our residents.
Show arounds are available for anyone wishing to view the Home.
WILLINGDON MANOR PARK CARE HOME
This new care home in Eastbourne is being built with the latest award-winning design innovations that Hallmark Care Homes has been recognised for, complete with a Victorian style orangery. The home will feature a cinema, café, hair salon and therapy rooms as well as being surrounded by landscaped gardens. Willingdon Park Manor is due to open in Autumn 2022 and will offer high quality residential, nursing and dementia care.
BEECHWOOD GROVE CARE HOME
Beechwood Grove in Eastbourne, is part of the Oakland Care group of homes. The purpose-built care home offers high standards of residential, nursing, memory and respite care in a homely and comfortable setting. The home has 60 individual, pri-vate en-suite rooms and state-of-the-art facilities including an air-conditioned bistro area, a cinema room, hair salon, day lounges, and landscaped garden areas and terraces with panoramic views for residents to enjoy.
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SIGNATURE AT EASTBOURNE
Signature at Eastbourne offer Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Respite care. The Eastbourne community offers 93 spacious apartments, from light and airy studios to superior one & two bedroom apartments with expansive communal areas and gardens for the residents to enjoy. Signature offers high quality care and support with bespoke care plans tailored to the individual’s needs. This is delivered by dedicated members of staff who understand the benefits of activities for both mental & physical wellbeing.
Website:signature-care-homes.co.uk
RIGHT AT HOME EASTBOURNE
Right at Home Eastbourne is a domiciliary care company that specialises in providing high-quality care to people living with dementia, disabilities, and other conditions, who wish to live as independently as possible in their own home. They are committed and passionate about providing a professional, attentive, and compassionate service to their valued clients and their families.
HSBC EASTBOURNE
We're proud to have worked in partnership with Alzheimer's Society and Alzheimer Scotland. Together we've built stronger, dementia-friendly communities and are making HSBC a dementia-friendly business.
We want our customers to be able to bank in the way that makes them most comfortable. That's why many of our staff are Dementia Friends, meaning they're trained to support those impacted by dementia.