Dementia – RRAVS | Rayleigh and Rochford District Association for Voluntary Service https://rravs.org.uk Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:20:45 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 163262376 Update – Groups & Meetings for Those Living With Dementia & Their Carers https://rravs.org.uk/2024/07/24/groups-meetings-for-those-living-with-dementia-their-carers/ Wed, 24 Jul 2024 11:04:04 +0000 https://rravs.org.uk/?p=25701 […]]]> MONDAYS – Summer Cafe 10am-12pm @ Holy Trinity Church
FREE incl.Car Park, entry from Rectory Garth, Rayleigh
2nd & 4th weeks of the month, except September.
May 12th, June 9th, July 14th & 28th, August 11th, Sept 22nd & 29th
Contact email as at end of listings or 07368657397
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1st Monday of the month Cafe at Rayleigh Library 10-12pm
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TUESDAY – 1st of each month. 2pm Methodist Church Rayleigh,Eastwood Rd.
Memory Worship,includes a short service followed by craft,
refreshments & chat. FREE including parking
Contact Naomi Young-Rhodas 07555 705530
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TUESDAY – Swimming -1pm -2pm -Weekly at Clements Hall Leisure centre
£1.90 per session, carers free 01702 207777
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WEDNESDAY – Carers & Cared for Support & Activity Cafe, 3rd week of the
month,12-2pm, FREE Waterside Farm Leisure Centre
Somnes ave, Canvey Island SS8 9RA
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THURSDAY. – Carers Relaxation Group, Trinity Church,Rectory Garth, Rayleigh
4th of each month 11-12pm. FREE, booking Essential,
03331503456 essexgroups@alzheimers.org.uk
If unable to leave the person you care for, you are welcome to
bring them along. They will be entertained, but no Personal care.
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THURSDAY – Seated Music & Movement Group. 2nd Thurs, each month.
11-12pm, Trinity Church, Rectory Garth,Rayleigh SS6 8BB
FREE Run by the Alzheimers Society
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FRIDAY – Forget Me Not Cafe – Todman Centre, Castle Rd, Rayleigh SS6 7QF
Fortnightly-May 9th,& 23rd, June 6th & 20th FREE
Contact hub@megacentrerayleigh.co.uk -01268 779999
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FRIDAY. – 3rd week Of each month 10.30-12.30. – Hullbridge Library
Sunflower Memory Cafe(not Aug) sianthomas055@gmail.com
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SATURDAY – Music for the Brainvv
3rd week of each month 2pm -4pm- Mill Hall Rayleigh
£12 Includes sandwiches, cake ,tea/coffee & singer
Next meetings – May 10th,June 21st
Contact :- Shelley Blackburn. 07980 113392
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SATURDAY – First of the month -Memory Lane Cafe, Hockley 2pm-4pm,
07804811954
SPECIALIST HOLIDAYS
Dementia Adventure – 01245 237548. info@dementiaadventure.co.uk
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Revitalise Respite Holidays – 0303 303 0145
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COMMUNITY DEMENTIA SUPPORT SERVICES
DEMENTIA SUPPORT LINE – 0333 150 3456 – Dementia advisors to listen , support
& give advice for anyone living with dementia/their carers/people close to them
Mon.-Wed. 9am-8pm, Thurs. – Fri. 9am-5pm, Sat/Sun 10am-4pm
Email essex@alzheimers.org.uk
Website- www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-support/dementia-support-line
Adult Social Care www.essex.gov.uk/adult-social-care-and-health/get-social-care-help
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DAY CARE
The Harbour Club. – Hullbridge – 01702 232068.
Peaceful place Basildon 01702 546476- ( dealing with Young onset dementia)
Careers choices – There are two Silver Birch Centres:

Benfleet: Open from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Call us at 01268 881138.
Wickford: Known as the Poppy Pavilion, also open from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Contact us at 01268 923909.
https://carerschoices.org/silver-birch-day-centre/

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TRANSPORT
Community Transport – ( incl wheelchairs) 01268 753513
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LIBRARY – issue a Memory Card ( allows for extra return time etc)
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DOCTORS SURGERY
Audley Mills Surgery Rayleigh, all staff have had Dementia training & the surgery
now has its Accreditation
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SAFETY
Guardian Angel – Buddy Wristbands, contains loved ones contact details, in case
those living with dementia become confused whilst out
www.rochford.gov.uk/other-health-support for the application form
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CITIZENS ADVICE SERVICES – Rochford District
Adviceline – 0808 2787877 Mon-Fri 9-5pm Wed open until 8pm
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RAYLEIGH TOWN COUNCIL
Go to website click communities on dropdown dementia friendly town
There is further info on the support services , events & copy of this activities letter
Please check you have your Council Tax reductions and blue badge entitlement.
All Information updated May 2025
cllrelizabeth.brewer@rayleightowncouncil.gov.uk
cllr.elizabeth.brewer@rochford.gov.uk
07368 657397

Downlad this information below.

]]> 25701 Rayleigh Inclusive Dementia Community https://rravs.org.uk/2026/06/09/rayleigh-inclusive-dementia-community/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:23:08 +0000 https://rravs.org.uk/?p=27258 […]]]> IDC logo imageRRAVS is proud to support the Rayleigh Inclusive Dementia Community an Alzheimer’s Society accredited initiative for those living with dementia and their carers.  The initiative is supported by local councillor Elizabeth Brewer and colleagues who have been working closely with the national charity to promote a wide range of local resources.  From coffee mornings and social activities, to church services, exercise sessions, specialist holidays, transport and even music and singing, there is something for everyone.  Many opportunities are supported by our district’s amazing dedicated volunteers.
A full resource list may be downloaded below, please share this information and feel free to contact us should you need any further information.


Friends and Memories Café (at Trinity Church)
A warm, understanding space offers a safe, judgment-free environment for individuals living with dementia and their carers.  Connect with others walking a similar path, Share experiences and helpful resources, Relax with refreshments and friendly conversation.  Download the full list of dates below.  Free car parking available – Contact Elizabeth Brewer for more details cllrelizabeth.brewer@rayleightowncouncil.gov.uk Telephone: 07368 657397.

Dementia Devices – Tap your phone to get them home
Are you worried about a loved one with Alzheimer’s or Dementia wandering?  If your loved one is a Rochford District resident and has
been diagnosed with a form of dementia, you are entitled to claim your free Dementia Buddy device.  For more information and to claim please email info@rravs.org.uk or telephone 01268 772796.  Download more information below.

If you need any further information about any of these resources please contact us info@rravs.org.uk or telephone 01268 772796.

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