Wakefield Hospice will be trialling new weekly dementia services in the New Year, helping to support individuals with mild to moderate dementia within the Wakefield District.

Sessions will run every Wednesday from February 4 at The Cluntergate Centre in Horbury, led by Wakefield Hospice’s Admiral Nurse, Debby Veigas.

Debby said: “These sessions offer support for the person living with dementia whilst providing advice and practical support to family carers.

"We recognise that each person who lives with dementia has their own specific needs, and with this new service we aim to provide bespoke care and support, whilst providing back vital hours to family carers.

Wakefield Hospice Dementia Outreach team.

placeholder image — Wakefield Hospice Dementia Outreach team.

“We currently run a dementia support service over three-days each week at the hospice, and we hope this new opportunity – bringing the service out into the community – will open the door to offering more people the chance to receive help and support.”

Sessions are £30 per attendee and will run from 1pm to 4pm, including refreshments and activities such as singing, group discussions, arts and crafts.

Home visits will take place throughout January to assess each person’s needs.

Debby said: "This outreach service caters for people living with mild-to-moderate dementia, if we are unable to meet needs in this new service alternative services will be discussed during the home visit.

“We would like to thank The Dash Light Foundation who have provided funding for this trial, enabling these services to take place, and to The Cluntergate Centre for facilitating this service.”

To find out more call 01924 331400 or email [email protected]. Due to working hours, calls outside Monday to Wednesday will be responded to the following working week.