WHAT IS GOING ON AT TDC

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Dementia and pets - Tapestry Day Club

Dementia and pets

One thing many of our guests with dementia share is their love for their pets—be it dogs, cats, or even horses! Pets offer something special: consistency. They’re never moody or

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Communicating with someone with dementia - Tapestry Day Club

Dementia and Communication

Watching my mother, who is living with dementia,  struggle with communication was hurtful. I remember the early days of dementia and trying to explain a simple task to her. Her

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Maintaining light during the winter - Tapestry Day Club

Dementia and low mood

Whether you have dementia or not, these winter days are dark and often dull, causing a low mood. Here at TDC we’ve had a brainstorm of good practice for people

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Christmas at Tapestry Day Club using generous funds from John Lewis in West Sussex

Christmas gift from John Lewis

Thanking John Lewis for their generous contribution through their ‘Giving a Little Love’ Fund.  John Lewis’s kindness has made a significant difference to our guests, their families and our hosts. 

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Keeping active while inside at Tapestry Day Club

Christmas present ideas

Choosing thoughtful Christmas presents for someone with dementia involves considering their interests, stage of dementia and sensory needs.  The right gift can provide comfort, stimulate memories, and encourage engagement while supporting

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Sensory overload at Christmas for people living with dementia

Overload at Christmas

Christmas can be a time of deep anxiety for people living with dementia and can present unique challenges. While the festivities can bring moments of happiness, they may also cause

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Tapestry Day Club person centred dementia support

Dementia person centred care

Person-centred dementia care is an approach that prioritises the individuality, preferences, and dignity of people living with dementia. It moves beyond focusing solely on their medical needs to addressing their

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The importance of keeping warm this winter when living with dementia

Staying warm this winter

Staying warm this winter is crucial for people living with dementia.  The Alzheimer’s Society report “that winter can be a particularly difficult time for somebody living with dementia. The bad

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