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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! 👏🏽👏🏽
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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.
Just a few days to go until our Annual Art Exhibition!
Join us this Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th September at Art House Jersey Barracks, Grève de Lecq for our Annual Art Exhibition 💜
We’re proud to present wonderful artworks created by our Art Exploration groups, individuals living with dementia, who’ve shared their stories through the theme “One Day…”
Each piece reflects a moment in time: past, present, or imagined!
🕙 Open 10am – 4pm both days
Enjoy a hot drink and a slice of homemade cake in our pop-up tearoom – available for a small donation ☕🍰
Come along, be inspired, and show your support.
#DementiaJersey @arthousejersey
🌟 Fundraiser shoutout to Simone 🌟
Starting Saturday 27th September, Simone will be running 10k every day for 15 days… all while dressed as the Brain mascot! Simone has chosen to take on this personal challenge in memory of her Mum and to mark 15 years of Dementia Jersey.
Help us cheer Simone on every step of the way! You can find out more and show your support here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/simone-sains-7
Good luck Simone! Thank you for your continued support. We are so grateful 💜
#DoingItForDementia #DementiaJersey #JerseyCI
There’s still time to sign up for our official Memory Walk on Sunday 28th September! 💜
Gather some friends and family and step up for dementia. Starting at La Frégate and finishing at St Aubin - the flat 5k walk is open for all ages and abilities.
Get outdoors, get your steps in and help raise money for people in Jersey living with dementia.
Although traditionally a walk, you are more than welcome to run, jog or cycle. 🏃♀️🚲
📲 To sign up, copy and paste this link into your browser:
www.dementia.je/memory-walk
Let’s make a difference together 💜
#DoingitforDementia #DementiaJersey #MemoryWalk
Our three fantastic abseil groups were out early this morning, training at Noirmont Point in preparation for tomorrow’s big abseil at Mont Orgueil Castle!
We’re so grateful to all our abseilers for taking part in this challenge, and we can’t wait to see them enjoy the main event. Every pound raised will help support our work in the community 💜
If you’d like to donate, there’s still time! Just copy and paste the link below into your browser:
sportsgiving.co.uk/sponsorship/event/5380
Thank you for your support!
#DementiaJersey #Fundraising #Abseil2025 #DoingItForDementia
🧑🎨Celebrating creativity and connection🧑🎨
Join us on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th September at Art House Jersey Barracks in Grève de Lecq for our annual Art Exhibition💜
We’re proud to showcase artworks created by our Art Exploration groups, individuals living with dementia who’ve expressed their stories and emotions through the theme “One Day…” Whether it’s a day that has been, is now, or is yet to come, each piece offers a unique and moving perspective.
🕙 Open 10am – 4pm on 27th and 28th September
Plus, enjoy the exhibition with a warm drink and a slice of homemade cake in our pop-up tearoom – available for a small donation ☕🍰
Come along, be inspired, and support people with dementia in our community.
#DementiaJersey #ArtExhibition
🏆 Pride of Jersey Awards 🏆
We’re thrilled to share that our amazing art teacher, Lucy Blackmore, has been nominated for a Pride of Jersey Award in the Teacher of the Year category! 🌟
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!
And that’s not all – our incredible volunteers have also been nominated in the Volunteer/Fundraiser of the Year category! 🌟
📲 To vote, head to your browser and visit prideofjersey.com
🗳️ You’ll find both nominations under their respective categories!
Please help us spread the word by sharing this post and casting your vote. Thank you! 💜
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Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. Thank you for your support 💜
🎉Viva Las Vegas! 🎉
We’re thrilled that our fundraising evening on Saturday brought the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas to Jersey, all while raising vital funds to support islanders living with dementia and their families.
Guests were treated to a dazzling night of casino games, live entertainment by Jersey Bounce, themed cocktails, and dancing!
Thank you to everyone who attended, we raised an incredible £6,000 in support of Dementia Jersey’s services, helping to make a real difference in the lives of those living with dementia on the Island. 💜
A huge thank you to Seymour Hotels for their generous support in making the event possible.
Keep an eye out for future events, we’d love to see you there!
BECOME A DEMENTIA FRIEND!
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.
📅 Friday 19th September
🕐 1-2pm
📍 Dementia Jersey office, 74 Halket Place, St Helier
Reserve your FREE space today: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dementia-friends-jersey-free-dementia-awareness-session-tickets-1540540972519
#DementiaJersey #JerseyCI
Our annual Memory Walk is back! Join us 28th September and step up for dementia.
Our Memory Walk will start at Le Fregate and finish at St Aubin. This flat 5k walk is for all ages and abilities to unite together to raise awareness to help support the 1,600 islanders with dementia, their carers, and their family. Although traditionally a walk, you are more than welcome to run, jog or cycle. Pets are very welcome too!
You can also get involved by doing your own Memory Walk. Choose your own route on a day that suits you best. Your walk, your way!
To find out more and to sign up, visit: https://race-nation.co.uk/register/dementia-jersey/memory-walk-2025-dementia-jersey
#DementiaJersey #jerseyci #doingitfordementia #MemoryWalk
🌟 We’re thrilled to share some wonderful news! 🌟
Our amazing volunteers at Dementia Jersey have been nominated for a Pride of Jersey Award in the Volunteer/Fundraiser of the Year category.
This recognition is a true reflection of their dedication and the difference they make in our community every single day.
Public voting opens this Friday (5th September) and runs until Sunday 21st September. Once voting is live, we’d love your support to help celebrate our incredible volunteers 💜
We`ll share the link once live. Stay tuned!
#DementiaJersey #PrideOfJersey
BECOME A DEMENTIA FRIEND THIS SEPTEMBER!
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 3rd September
🕐 1-2pm
📍 Jersey Library St Helier
Reserve your FREE space today: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dementia-friends-jersey-free-dementia-awareness-session-tickets-1511918602239
📅 Friday 19th September
🕐 1-2pm
📍 Dementia Jersey office, 74 Halket Place, St Helier
Reserve your FREE space today: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dementia-friends-jersey-free-dementia-awareness-session-tickets-1540540972519
#DementiaJersey #JerseyCI