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Help us support those living with dementia in Jersey with a monthly donation to Dementia Jersey
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500 Club
Join our 500 Club for £25 and be in with the chance of winning up to £100 every month throughout the year and raise vital funds to support those affected by dementia in Jersey.
50 mile challenge
Get your steps in this January. Walk, run or skip, it’s up to you! All you need to do is complete 50 miles throughout the month of January.
Is your business dementia friendly?
A dementia friendly business is a business that is aware of the needs and challenges of people living with dementia and adjusts its products, services, and environment to accommodate them.
The Dementia Friendly Business Scheme can assist you in becoming a dementia friendly business.
Latest news
We`re excited to be attending the Connect Me Jersey Festive Event at Hautlieu School on Saturday 22nd November 10am - 2pm🎄
Pop along and see us, we`ll be giving out top tips on how to keep your brain sharp as we spread awareness about dementia and the importance of brain health. 🧠💪
There will be over 30 local charities, community groups and government services attending the event. There’s something for everyone - from festive arts and crafts, sports sessions and line dancing, to sit-down boxing and electric blanket testing. Plus, enjoy a special visit from Father Christmas, a bouncy castle, and plenty of tasty snacks (including hot chocolate with marshmallows!).
We hope to see you there!
#DementiaJersey #ConnectMeJersey
We’re thrilled to officially certify @andium.homes as a Dementia Friendly Business.
To attain certification, Andium Homes have added an accessibility tool to their website, added additional high contrast to bathrooms, and planned a programme of minor works, including ‘dementia friendly’ signage. Senior members of the team having also taken on board suggested practice for future developments, and are actively engaging tenants in a process to improve wayfinding in tenant blocks.
We truly value working in partnership with other organisations and are proud to celebrate Andium Homes’ commitment to helping create a dementia friendly island.
Our Dementia Friendly Business Scheme supports local organisations in making simple, effective changes that can make a big difference. If you’d like to learn more, email dreena@dementia.je or visit https://dementia.je/dementia-friendly-businesses/
#DementiaJersey #JerseyCI #DementiaFriendlyBusinessScheme
Join us for the next Lived Experience Advisory Network (LEAN) meeting on Friday 12th December. LEAN is an informal open forum for anyone who has a family member or friend with dementia to discuss their experiences.
Date: Friday 12th December
Time: 12:15 – 13:45 (feel free to leave early if your time is restricted)
Location: Dementia Jersey’s office at 74 Halkett Place, St Helier (near the Library)
*Discussion topic*
People’s experiences of care at home and in care homes and considering recommendations for improvements in care.
Other information:
Refreshments and a light lunch will be provided.
Please RSVP by Wednesday 10th December, and let us know of any dietary requirements. Email us at info@dementia.je or phone 01534 723519.
Please share with your friends and family.
For more information about LEAN, please visit https://dementia.je/information/the-lived-experience-advisory-network/
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Our group of trekkers ready to embark on their Avenue of Volcanoes adventure in Ecuador 🏔️✨
A huge shoutout to them all for taking on this challenge to help raise funds for Dementia Jersey 💜 So far the group have raised an incredible £20,000. The trip itself is self funded by the trekkers so all their fundraising efforts will make a real difference supporting people in Jersey affected by dementia.
Let’s show them our support and cheer them on as they take on this epic challenge!
You can donate towards the challenge here: https://sportsgiving.co.uk/sponsor/activity/avenue-of-volcanoes-ecuador-trek-2025/dementia-jersey-2
#DementiaJersey #DoingItForDementia
Have you watched our new videos for carers series? These videos have been created with carers, for carers - to ensure the videos truly reflect the real-life experiences of carers, we worked closely with a focus group of family carers to refine the content.
Every participant said they would recommend the series to others, sharing feedback such as:
“I wish these videos had been around when I found out about my partner’s dementia.”
“This is such helpful, caring advice… We’d be lost without Dementia Jersey.”
You are not alone. This video series is here for you 24/7 – free, practical support from experts.
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI9tA--NdaBa8cOuSFf7a7aEpaXdypfvv
#DementiaJersey #JerseyCI #CarersSupport
A shoutout and thank you to Steve from L’Hermitage Gardens who turned up yesterday to present a cake as an act of kindness to mark #WorldKindnessDay
It was a lovely surprise for our group who all very much enjoyed their cake! Thank you Steve 💜
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💜 Meet Our Dementia Advisors 💜
Our Dementia Advisors are trained, experienced professionals, offering a range of support options, including:
- Drop-in service
- Private appointments
- Support groups
We can help you understand a person’s diagnosis and their symptoms and can advise about benefits and many other support and care services.
You don’t have to face dementia alone - we’re here to help.
To find out more about our services, visit www.dementia.je/support or call us on 01534 723519
#DementiaJersey #DementiaSupport #JerseyCI
Last week our volunteers accepted their Pride of Jersey prize money from our category sponsor Pitcher & Le Quesne.
Our volunteers have kindly chosen to donate the £1,000 back to the charity to go towards supporting people in Jersey living with dementia.
Winning the Pride of Jersey award is a wonderful recognition of the staggering 3,700 hours our ‘Purple Army’ of over 50 volunteers has dedicated to our community.
Thank you to each and every one of you! 💜
#DementiaJersey #JerseyCI
🎉 Fundraiser shout out 🎉
Simone set out to raise £1,500 for Dementia Jersey by running 10k every single day for 15 days, in memory of her Mum and to mark 15 years of Dementia Jersey, all while dressed as our brain mascot! In true Simone style, she went above and beyond and raised an incredible £4,087.
Huge well done and thank you to Simone 💜
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It’s #TrusteesWeek and we want to take a moment to say a huge thank you to all our trustees. Our trustees volunteer their time, skills, and experience to ensure we stay true to our mission: helping to make Jersey a more dementia friendly island.
To our incredible 8 trustees – THANK YOU! Your time, expertise, and dedication make a real difference to Dementia Jersey and the work we do.
Feeling inspired? We’re excited to announce that we`re looking to recruit two new trustees to join our board and help shape the next chapter of Dementia Jersey. Keep an eye out for further details...
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Change the way you think, act and talk about dementia - our Dementia Awareness Sessions are designed to help you better understand what it’s like to live with dementia, learn about about what we do and the services we provide, and discover practical ways to reduce your risk of dementia.
These bitesize, one-hour sessions are a simple but powerful way to become more dementia-aware and make a difference in your community.
📅 Our next session is Thursday 6th November, 7-8pm at Trinity Parish Hall
Book your place today: click the link in our bio to book.
Share this with your family, friends and colleagues. Together, we can help make Jersey a truly dementia-friendly island.
#DementiaJersey #DementiaAwarenss #JerseyCI
Top Tip for communicating with someone living with dementia - keep it simple. Use short sentences, make eye contact and speak slowly.
Our new video breaks it down – plus lots more tips that really help. Watch here: https://youtu.be/yk0A3hJRckQ?si=7BGIdZCLjyo9UuKi
Our `tips for carers` video series has kindly been funded by Jersey Electricity
#DementiaJersey #DementiaSupport #TipsForCarers #JerseyCI
Well done to the Jersey Record Fair for raising £594.52 🎉
Thank you to the organisers and everyone who came along to support. Your generosity helps us make a real difference for people in Jersey living with dementia 💜
#DementiaJersey #DoingItForDementia #JerseyCI
Change the way you think, act and talk about dementia - our Dementia Awareness Sessions are designed to help you better understand what it’s like to live with dementia, learn about about what we do and the services we provide, and discover practical ways to reduce your risk of dementia.
These bitesize, one-hour sessions are a simple but powerful way to become more dementia-aware and make a difference in your community.
📅 Our next session is Wednesday 29th October, 1 - 2pm at Jersey Library
Book your place today: https://dementia.je/education/dementia-awareness/
Share this with your family, friends and colleagues. Together, we can help make Jersey a truly dementia-friendly island.
#DementiaJersey #DementiaAwarenss #JerseyCI
🎉 Exciting news! Our #BoostYourBrain campaign won the Creative Award at the @digitaljersey TechAwards 2025!
We’re thrilled to be recognised for making an important message hopeful, engaging, and empowering. Partnering with local digital agency @snapjersey, we used creativity and digital innovation to inspire positive change - a true celebration of collaboration!
A huge thank you to everyone who helped bring this campaign to life.
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A huge thank you to Jennifer and her Tropic customers for helping to raise money for Dementia Jersey and for kindly donating Tropic products. Your generous support makes a real difference to the lives of people affected by dementia here on the island 💜
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Video Spotlight: Understanding and supporting behaviour changes in dementia
As dementia progresses, you might notice changes in a person’s behaviour - perhaps more anxiety, restlessness, or repeated questions. These changes can be confusing or upsetting, both for the person living with dementia and for those who care for them.
In our latest video, Diane from Dementia Jersey explores how these behaviours often reflect unmet needs or emotions — and how you can respond with empathy and understanding.
Watch now to learn practical ways to support calm, connection, and comfort in everyday care: https://youtu.be/yeihYPMLw-s?si=XrQYvI56BK-5p5li
Our `tips for carers` video series has kindly been funded by @jerseyelectricityplc
#DementiaJersey #DementiaSupport #TipsForCarers #JerseyCI
Have you signed up to our #BoostYourBrain 30 Day Challenge yet? Get involved, have a bit of fun and help boost your brain!
Today’s mini challenge is learn a new word and use it at least once over the course of the day.
We’re taking on the challenge in the office. Why not take it on with your colleagues too!
You can register via www.dementia.je/30-day-challenge
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We`d like to give a big shoutout to Liv for raising funds for Dementia Jersey by running in the Jersey Marathon 🏃♀️
Liv ran in her first ever marathon in memory of her Grandma Susan Kerley and Grandpa Colin Grant and raised a fantastic £1,205 in the process. Every penny raised will go towards helping us continue our vital work on-island supporting people living with dementia, their families and carers.
Well done and massive thank you to Liv 💜
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We are bursting with pride! 💜
Our incredible volunteers have been crowned Volunteer of the Year at the Pride of Jersey awards!
This is a wonderful recognition of the staggering 3,700 hours our ‘Purple Army’ of over 50 volunteers has dedicated to our community.
Their passion and hard work are the driving force behind our therapeutic activities for people with dementia and our vital support groups for carers
To our wonderful volunteers - thank you for giving your time, energy, and smiles! You help us create a more dementia-friendly Jersey every single day, and we couldn’t do what we do without you!
Thank you Pride of Jersey and to everyone who voted, the judges, and our category sponsor Pitcher & Le Quesne.
#prideofjersey #DementiaJersey #jerseyci
🌟 Fundraiser shoutout to Trevor🌟
Big thank you to Trevor for choosing to support Dementia Jersey as part of his Royal Parks Half Marathon last Sunday in memory of his Mum.
"It was a wonderful event and I enjoyed every stride. Steel bands playing, everybody cheering, such an atmosphere and very scenic!"
You can support Trevor and his challenge here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/trevordearsley
Well done Trevor 👏 and thank you for your support. We are so grateful 💜
#DementiaJersey #DoingItForDementia #JerseyCI
Big thank you to John @jerseyadventures for his incredible support in making our abseil events such a success.
Over the past three years, we’ve raised an amazing £35,000 through our abseil challenges and this would not have been possible without John, and of course all are abseil daredevils!
Thank you John! 👏🏽👏🏽
#DoingItForDementia #DementiaJersey #jerseyci
We`re excited to launch our new video series for carers! Free, practical support when you need it most.
This series includes 12 short, practical videos covering:
- Communicating effectively
- Managing challenging behaviour
- Creating a dementia-friendly home
- Personal care – and much more!
Whether you’re newly caring for someone or have been on this journey for a while, these videos are here to provide support whenever you need.
Find our more here: www.dementia.je/tipsforcarers
The video series has kindly been funded by JE
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🎲 Throwback to a night of glitz & giving! 🎲
We’re still buzzing from our unforgettable Viva Vegas Night last month, a dazzling evening filled with casino games, themed cocktails, live music, and dancing, all in support of Dementia Jersey 💜
The evening raised £6,000 to help support islanders living with dementia and their families and we`re so grateful to everyone who attended the evening to help raise these vital funds.
✨ A special shoutout to our amazing suppliers that helped bring the magic to life:
@Seymourhotels – for hosting us in style and serving up delicious food and their generous support towards the event.
@the_jersey_bounce - for brining that big band energy
@betsandbuds – for the fantastic balloon decor and centre pieces
Luminescence Events – for adding to the vibes with their black drapping
Black Cat Entertainment – for the casino tables that brought the Vegas vibe to life
@goldenhour_entertainment – for the fabulous showgirls who welcomed guests with sparkle and flair!
Thank you all for making the night truly unforgettable.
We`re planning more events in future and we`d love to see you there, so keep a look out 👀
#DementiaJersey #DoingItForDementia #VegasNight
🌟 Become a Dementia Friend and make a difference in our community! 🌟
Want to better understand dementia and play a part in making Jersey a more dementia-friendly island?
Join us for a FREE #DementiaFriends session to learn how small actions can make a big impact. Whether you have a family member or friend with dementia, your job is client facing or you`re simply curious, this one-hour session is for everyone.
📅 Wednesday 15th October
🕐 1-2pm
📍 Jersey Public Library
Reserve your FREE space today: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dementia-friends-jersey-free-dementia-awareness-session-tickets-1512013897269
Share this with your friends, family and colleagues. The more people who become a Dementia Friend, the closer we get to creating a more dementia-friendly island 💜
#DementiaJersey #dementiafriends #dementiaawareness #jerseyci
A huge thank you to everyone who took part in our Memory Walk - whether you joined our official walk on Sunday 28th September or you took on your own walk, your own way 👣💜
We’re thrilled to share that 175 people took part and together we raised an incredible £5,636.75!
Every step and every pound will make a real difference to people in Jersey living with dementia and their families and carers.
Thank you for walking, donating, and showing your support - we couldn’t do what we do without you.
#DoingItForDementia #DementiaJersey #JerseyCI
We would like to give a shoutout to Dave and his amazing craftsmanship skills!
Dave creates beautiful light boxes, and for every one he sells, he donates an incredible £100 to Dementia Jersey. 💜
Thank you, Dave, for your kind support, every penny raised helps us continue our work in the community, supporting those living with dementia.
We thought we’d share a few photos of Dave and his little gnome helper hard at work ✍️✨
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Have you signed up to our #BoostYourBrain 30 Day Challenge yet? Get involved, have a bit of fun and help boost your brain!
Today’s mini challenge is ‘have fun’ and play rock, paper, scissors with a friend or colleague - loser buys (or makes) the coffee!
We’re taking on each challenge in the office - it was a rock paper scissor battle between Nadine and Susie… took a few rounds!
You can register via www.dementia.je/30-day-challenge
For those already registered, we’re sorry if you were affected by the minor glitch - please do contact us if you haven’t received the email to get started.
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And the 2025 Mike Tomkinson Award goes to...
Each year Dementia Jersey presents the Mike Tomkinson Trophy to an individual, or individuals who have made a significant contribution towards supporting people with dementia.
🏆 This year the award was presented to an extremely worthy individual - our amazing art teacher, Lucy Blackmore.
Lucy has been leading our Art Exploration class for over 10 years, designing sessions specifically for people with dementia, their families, and carers. We’re so lucky to have her! 💜
Lucy has also been nominated for a Pride of Jersey Award this year, in the Teacher of the Year category! Well done Lucy🌟
We’re very grateful to Landlord Martin Vasey, the amazing staff, and generous customers of The Pembroke Pub, who raised an incredible £1,174 through a variety of fundraising activities, including Football Cards, a Meat Raffle, and a Bingo Night 🌟
Each month, The Pembroke Pub selects a charity to support through fun and engaging events, and we were honoured to be chosen.
Your support means the world to us — thank you! 💜
Pictured: Johnathan Sweeney with staff and customers.
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