A new dementia support hub is launching in St Albans this spring, offering a welcoming and supportive space for people living with dementia or memory impairment, along with their families and carers.
The Smile Support Hub, at Grove House in St Albans, is a joint initiative by Say it with a Smile and Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care, providing regular gatherings offering musical entertainment and themed social activities.
Volunteers from both charities will be on hand to make sure everyone feels relaxed, supported, and included.
The first Smile Support Hub will be held on Wednesday, 11 March, from 10.30 am to 12 pm, and will include live music, a quiz, homemade cakes, and refreshments.
Following this launch, the hub will take place on the second Wednesday of every month.
Hannah Say, founder and CEO of Say it with a Smile, says: "Living with dementia can be incredibly isolating, not just for the person diagnosed, but for their entire family.
"The Smile Support Hub is about creating a place where people feel safe, can meet others facing the same challenges, make new friendships, and ultimately have a lot of fun enjoying the entertainment.”
Alison May, community engagement manager at Rennie Grove Peace, says: "The Smile Support Hub provides a welcoming space for people with dementia and memory impairment and their loved ones to come together in a supportive, friendly place where they can connect, have fun, share experiences and access support when they need it.
"Working alongside Say it with a Smile allows us to reach families earlier and provide care that focuses on supporting people to live well and have the best possible quality of life.”
Sandra Wicks, who attended a Say It With a Smile event with her partner, added: "My partner has dementia and the Smile Club has made a huge difference to his life.
"As a carer myself I have made so many lovely friends.
"I look forward to the meetings, seeing my partner dancing and singing, it brings a smile to my face.”
Location:
Grove House, Lavender Cres, Waverley Rd, St Albans, AL3 5QX (Parking available at the rear of the building)
For more information or to book your place, please contact info@sayitwithasmile.org.uk
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