What We Do
Our club provides a fun, stimulating and positive environment for people with mild to moderate dementia.
About the club
Our 3 hour groups incorporate Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) with fun activities and discussions, whilst providing carers and loved ones with a much needed break, where they can relax knowing that their loved one is in a safe environment.
A maximum of 8 people per club
To make this club as effective as possible, we have limited the numbers to achieve a small fun and friendly group where everyone’s views are appreciated and encouraged.
A social club to meet new friends
The club facilitates a range of activities, and allows members to be social. Whether they want to have a chat, reminisce, offer support to other members, or engage in light activities, we do it all!
What is Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST)?
CST is a non-pharmacological evidence based intervention for those with mild to medium dementia. It comprises of at least 14 themed sessions and then continuing maintenance sessions. Dementia cannot be cured but CST can help with:
Our clubs
Mondays
Join us at the Chat About Group. The library provide various reminiscence activities, and there is the opportunity to chat.
Discovery Centre,
High street,
Gosport,
PO12 1BT
11.30am - 1.00pm
Tuesdays
Carers support group
Tea and Toast with Jane Essery Dementia Services, Home Instead.
BRWCA, Bridgemary, Rowner Woodcott Community Association,
Wych Lane
Bridgemary
Gosport
PO13 0JN
10.00am- 12.00pm
Understanding Cognitive Stimulation Therapy sessions
An opportunity for people with dementia and their carers to learn more about CST and have fun. Working with students who are on Level 2 certificate in Health and Social Care.
Fareham College,
Bishopsfield Road,
Fareham,
PO14 1NH
2.00pm - 4.00pm
Wednesdays
C.S.T 3 hour workshops.
The Borrow Centre, Cowplain – 9:30am – 12:30pm
Catisfield Memorial Hall, Fareham – 2pm – 5pm
Thursdays
Circle Dancing sessions
Weekly Circle Dance for the community in the community. This is a dementia friendly activity. Come and join us in accesible dance for all. Circle dancing is one of the oldest forms of dancing practiced around the world and is still extremely popular today. The dances can be carried out seated or standing or a combination of both.
Leigh Park Community Centre
Dunsbury Way,
Havant,
PO9 5BG
Taster FREE session 5th March 2026.
Then you can continue with a 6 week course for just £10 per person or £3 per person pay as you go.
11.00am - 12.00pm
* These sessions need to be booked in advance.
Social Group
The Borrowers Fun Club
Age Concern Cowplain
Padnell Road
Cowplain
PO8 8DB
1.30pm - 3.30pm
Fridays
Cognitive Stimulation Therapy sessions in care home settings.
1st Friday of the month
Come join us at Portsdown View for an hour long CST session followed by a fish and chip lunch. The CST session is for the person with a dementia diagnosis and their carer/loved one can stay and have a drink and chat.
11.30-12.30
Portsdown View Care home,
St. Agnes Close,
Bedhampton,
PO9 3FJ
4th Friday of the month
Come join us at Bere Grove care home for an hour long CST session. The CST session is for the person with a dementia diagnosis and their carer/loved one can stay and have a drink and chat.
11.00-12.00
Bere Grove,
Gales Rise,
Waterlooville,
PO8 0WU
These sessions need to be booked in advance.
Carers support Groups
These groups are for anyone. You will be able to ask questions and advice as well as having a cuppa! Get to know others in a similar situation and hopefully have some fun. No need to book, just come along and meet others. These groups are held every week.
- We also offer 1 hour C.S.T sessions at care-home settings.
Please note:
All places for the CST courses and circle dancing are booked in advance and are not drop ins. This is because they have limited spaces. Our carer groups at Cowplain and Bridemary are both drop ins.
Inside our club
Look through our image gallery to learn more about our club, past activities, and upcoming activities, and see how we could welcome you or a loved one to our friendly group.
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Ready to Recapture Life?
If you or someone you care for would like to join our club, please fill out our referral form and contact form and we will get back to you.
