Dementia Support

Alzheimer’s Society

Please click on this link to go to the Alzheimers Society Website: www.alzheimers.org.uk

Please click on this link to find Alzheimers Support Groups near you: https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/find-support-near-you

The Writtle Surgery is committed to meeting the health and wellbeing needs of people affected by dementia. We are working closely with the Alzheimer’s Society to make our surgery a Dementia Friendly GP Practice.

There is more information on the Chelmsford West PCN website

Did you know we provide:

  • Dementia Support Clinic – these are held on the first Wednesday of each month, please ask at Reception for more information
  • Signage
  • Dementia Board
  • Carer Support

Did you also know that the Alzheimer’s Society provide a range of local support and services for people affected by dementia?  These include:

A Family Navigators Service

Family Navigators offer information and practical guidance to help you understand dementia, cope with day-to-day challenges and prepare for the future.  They offer information to people who are worried about their memory and ongoing support to people affected by dementia face to face, over the phone or in writing.

Information Hubs

An Information Hub will provide information about dementia, local services and practical tips about living well with dementia.

Peer Support

Peer support groups give carers the opportunity to meet with others who understand some of what you are going through. Run by a facilitator, the sessions offer a chance for people affected by dementia to ask questions, get information and share experiences in a safe and supportive environment

Singing for the Brain

Singing for the Brain brings people together in a friendly, fun and social environment. Based around the principles of music therapy, the stimulating sessions include vocal warm-ups and singing a wide variety of familiar and new songs.

Activity groups

The Alzheimer’s Society skill or interest-based activity group can give you the opportunity to take part in a fun, structured activity, including art and craft groups, bowling groups, skittles groups, walking groups, yoga or tai chi classes, etc. The groups are run by an expert facilitator with relevant skills and are open to anyone affected by dementia.

Support can be offered in the following areas:

  • The introduction of new virtual social opportunities:
    • Peer Support Groups
    • Virtual Singing for the Brain
    • Ring and Sing for those without online connectivity
    • Weekly bingo, seated dancercise, coffee morning sessions and more…
  • Telephone support from our Dementia Connect and Family Navigator Service
  • Our online community, Talking Point, which offers support day and night

For more information on any of the above, please call our Dementia Connect Support Service on 0333 150 3456 to speak to one of our dementia advisors.

Dementia Connect Support Service

We know dementia affects everyone differently.  So whether you, a loved one, a friend or neighbour is affected by dementia, we’re here to support you. 

Dementia Connect, Alzheimer’s Society’s personalised support service, means you’re only one click or call away from the dementia support you need.

It’s free, easy to access, and puts you in touch with the right support, from local help to phone and online advice. Helping make things easier.

If you need specific coronavirus support and advice, please visit our coronavirus (COVID-19) support pages.

Our dementia advisers are available on the phone to give you the support you need.

Call us for support on 0333 150 3456.

You’ll be offered regular calls so we can keep in touch, to find out how you are and offer support and advice when things change.

Support line opening hours

Monday – Wednesday 9:00am – 8:00pm
Thursday – Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday – Sunday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Chelmsford West PCN

The Chelmsford West PCN website provides information, support and services for people living with dementia and alzheimers, as well as their family, friend and carers.

Visit the Chelmsford West PCN website here

 

Date published: 13th November, 2019
Date last updated: 18th October, 2023