Creating Connections (dementia support at Deepdale)
ABOUT THIS PROGRAMME
Free weekly sessions at Deepdale for people living with dementia and their carers, developed with Preston Dementia Hub, Alzheimer's Society and Age UK Lancashire and run with Primary Care Networks, Blue Flamingo, Age UK Lancashire and local care homes. Sessions mix football reminiscence, walking and chair-based exercise, quizzes, board games and music, with former Preston players joining some sessions. Carers have tailored support, with virtual access through Microsoft Teams. Funded through a Freemasons grant, reported February 2026.
WHO THE PROGRAMME SUPPORTS
Older adults
ACCESSIBILITY
Virtual carer sessions available via Microsoft Teams; chair-based exercise.
SAFEGUARDING
Safeguarding policy in place.
EVIDENCE & LEARNING
- Not currently available
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