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Dementia Pathfinders CIC
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Dementia Pathfinders CIC is a not-for-profit social enterprise providing learning opportunities, resources and services, to enable people with dementia and their families to live with hope, creativity and meaning.

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After the success of the #ukdc2025 in Manchester, we are pleased to announce we will be returning to Manchester in March for #CognitiveStimulationTherapy Training!

Join us on the 20th March with Dr Banika Ahuja.

Tickets here: www.dementiapathfinders.org/event-detail...
November 19, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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Our last #art class of 2025 is taking place tomorrow! 💜

Join us on zoom to ‘Paint an #Abstract Painting’ from 11am- 12pm GMT on Tuesday 18th November.

This event is sold out but please keep checking our website and social media for information about art class dates for next year 👀
The featured image is comprised of an abstract painting by Nicola Corrigan, who teaches the workshop, and one made by a previous attendee.
November 17, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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Dementia Pathfinders are an exhibitor at the #UKDC2025! 💜

Organised by @dementiacommunity.bsky.social , the 19th UK Dementia Congress will take place on 17th & 18th November 2025 at the Bridgewater Hall.

Information about the event is available at: journalofdementiacare.co.uk/events/uk-de...
Dementia Pathfinders chief executive, Barbara Stephens, who also works as Society Secretary for Dementia Community, made this statement about the #UKDementiaCongress: “We are looking forward to two fantastic days in Manchester connecting with people involved with dementia - including care and support providers, community organisations, charities and academic institutions – as we come together to learn, share and be inspired. We have a huge range of speakers and a wealth of expertise joining us at The Bridgewater Hall, and we very much look forward to welcoming all of our delegates, partners, sponsors and exhibitors to the 19th UK Dementia Congress.”
November 10, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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Our next online training is on 'The Person-Centred Approach to Dementia Care. This course is delivered via two webinars, from 10.30am to 1.00pm. Part 1- 10th Nov & part 2- 24th Nov.

Tickets are available at: buff.ly/h3OVtyA

For inquiries please email us at: info@dementiapathfinders.org 💜
November 5, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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It’s nearly that time of year again!🎄❄️

And that means it’s time for our meaningful #Christmas gift guide. Check out Issue 44 of our newsletter for #dementiafriendly gift ideas. 💜

If you’re not already subscribed, subscribe today by visiting:

www.dementiapathfinders.org/subscribe
November 3, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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Our final Online Art Class of the year is coming up soon! 🫟🎨

Join us on Tuesday 18th November to learn how to ‘Paint an Abstract Painting’. 💜

The workshop is facilitated by artist Nicola Corrigan, who painted the featured image. 👩‍🎨

For enquiries please email us at:

info@dementiapathfinders.org
October 29, 2025 at 9:10 AM
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As the winter months draw closer and the nights become longer, It is time for the clocks to '#FallBackwards' this Sunday. ⏰

For people living with #dementia, changes to the clocks can cause disruption to routine and disorientation. This can create anxiety and stress.
October 24, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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Last week we hosted part one of our two-part #art class on 'Creating a Collaged Memory Box'. Part two takes place tomorrow💜

The featured pictures were created by Nicola Corrigan as a demo.

Further info & last minute #FREE tickets can be found below:

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-onlin...
October 20, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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As part of our lottery grant to broaden the reach of #circledance for people living with #dementia, we ran training with members of 6 care homes in the midlands, at Mercia Grange.

To read about it, see our latest newsletter.

Thanks to The National Lottery Community Fund for making this possible!
October 15, 2025 at 9:45 AM
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Issue 43 of our #newsletter is out now! 💜

This month’s issue features info about our collaged memory box #art classes, Mercia Grange #CircleDance Training and news about meeting centres!

Subscribe today to hear about news, updates and upcoming events from us:
www.dementiapathfinders.org/subscribe
October 13, 2025 at 10:40 AM
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Happy Monday! 💜

It’s a crisp, autumnal start to the week 🍁 - just in time for our At Home With The Seasons #Autumn workshop, taking place tomorrow from 3-4:30pm BST on zoom.

Last minute #FREE tickets are available at:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-at-ho...

Have a wonderful week! 💜🍁🎨
October 13, 2025 at 8:55 AM
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It is less than a week until our two part art class on creating a Collaged memory box begins! 🧑‍🎨

The FREE workshops will be led by artist Nicola Corrigan, and will be hosted online on the 14th and 21st October.

Last minute tickets are available below👇

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-onlin...
October 10, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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Did you know that Dementia Pathfinders will be exhibiting at #UKDC2025?

Come and see us at the 19th Annual #DementiaCongress!

Get your tickets today by visiting here:

journalofdementiacare.co.uk/events/uk-de...

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October 9, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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Our #online #CST #training session is taking place tomorrow. Join us online for this session.

If you have signed up for the course, please check your email inbox for joining instructions.
October 7, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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Have you checked out our Lady Bird #Vintage themed mugs? ☕

Everyday items can hold deep meaning & memories. A themed #mug can take us back to family gatherings or that comforting daily ritual of tea shared together.

Check out our full range of mugs here:
www.dementiapathfinders.org/product-page...
October 1, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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With the return of #autumnal weather, comes the return of our seasonal workshop 'At Home With The Seasons'. 🍂

Join us on Tuesday 14th October from 3pm-4:30pm (BST) on zoom for our #FREE #cosy #seasonal workshop.

Sign up today by visiting eventbrite below: 👇
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-at-ho...
September 29, 2025 at 10:32 AM
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We have 19 supporters raising free donations for us when they shop online, and you can join too! Support us on #easyfundraising & over 8000 retailers will donate on your behalf when you shop with them.

Sign up by 29 September & we could win £250 donation: join.easyfundraising.org.uk/dementiapath...
September 26, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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Our next Cognitive Stimulation Therapy(CST) training session is happening very soon!💜

Join us on the 8th October via zoom for an interactive overview of how to deliver #CST for those living with mild to moderate #dementia.

Tickets are available below ⬇️

www.dementiapathfinders.org/event-detail...
Purple background with pink speech marks and a white circle with the following quote inside: ‘The trainer, Gemma, was great and answered questions very well. It was very beneficial to learn from other’s experience. I will be conducting our team’s first CST group! Very exiting thanks to the training. I now have the confidence and knowledge to practice CST in my workplace and it will benefit my patients’. below the quote, white text in a pink box reads: 'the next session will take place on the 8th October and will be led by dr Gemma Ridel'
September 23, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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Issue 42 of our #newsletter is out now! 💜

This month’s issue features information about our #CST training, At Home With The Seasons, #Alzheimer’s awareness day plus much more!

Subscribe today to hear about news, updates and upcoming events from us:

www.dementiapathfinders.org/subscribe
September 22, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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⏰SPECIAL OFFER ⏰

Our ‘Life Story Books’ are on sale for just £10!

Buy now while stocks last! 💜

Order today from our marketplace by visiting the link in our bio or by going to:
www.dementiapathfinders.org/product-page...

#dementia #lifestory #lifestoryworkshop #reminiscence #sale #specialoffer
September 22, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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Our next #painting and #drawing #Art Class is happening in less than a week on the 16th Sep! 💜🎨

During this workshop, designed for those living with #dementia, you will use pencil and #watercolours to paint a favourite place.

Further info available here:
www.dementiapathfinders.org/art-groups-w...
The photo on the left is an abstract image created by Nicola Corrigan and the image on the right is one created by one of our participants in a previous session.
September 11, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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September is East and South-East Asian ( #ESEA) #Heritage Month. 💜

To mark the occasion, we want to draw special attention to our ‘#Asian #Colouring Book’ and ‘Asian #Memory Book’.

Both products are available via our Marketplace at: www.dementiapathfinders.org/market-place
The ‘Asian Colouring Book’ is inspired by everyday scenes and memories that may feel familiar, sharing a view of the places and experiences that those living with dementia from the Asian community may have experienced. The colouring book is also available to purchase with a companion book that is available in English, Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi. The ‘Asian Colouring Book’ is inspired by everyday scenes and memories that may feel familiar, sharing a view of the places and experiences that those living with dementia from the Asian community may have experienced. The colouring book is also available to purchase with a companion book that is available in English, Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi. The Asian Memory book looks at early experiences of Britain for those who came from India and other parts of South Asia to live in the UK in an engaging visual medium. The Asian Memory book looks at early experiences of Britain for those who came from India and other parts of South Asia to live in the UK in an engaging visual medium.
September 4, 2025 at 10:27 AM
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Issue 41 of our #newsletter is out now! 💜

This month’s issue features our #CST training, our experience at Havant Information Day, and ideas to make the most of the end of summer!

Subscribe below today to hear about news, updates and upcoming events from us!

www.dementiapathfinders.org/subscribe
August 29, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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Would you like to develop more confidence in your knowledge of #dementia and advance your career in #care?💜

Dementia Pathfinders are an approved provider for delivering Level 2 and Level 3 #OCNLR ‘Awareness in Dementia’ qualifications.

To enrol, please email us at: info@dementiapathfinders.org.uk
August 22, 2025 at 8:14 AM
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There’s not long left to sign up for our next #FREE online Art Workshop on the 16th September! 🎨 💜

This class will be a ‘ #Drawing and #Painting’ session.

Our #art #workshops are designed for people living with #dementia and their #caregivers.

Sign up today: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-onlin...
The featured image is one created by Nicola Corrigan, who leads the workshop, of a seaside scape in Cornwall.
August 20, 2025 at 3:26 PM