Another pleasant afternoon was spent at Fairway Hall for the Dementia Club UK. We were pleased to welcome 3 new members. A chance to chat over a cuppa with Sasha’s wonderful cakes, challenge the brain with a quiz and exercise with Sara to gentle music. We also had a new volunteer, Paul Tucker who was very friendly and chatted to all the members and participated with all the games.

Today we were joined by James Lebec who sang songs from Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra and by special request, Bing Crosby.

We all enjoyed a fun quiz, Name that Tune, much cheating occurred to the great amusement of all. The figures reached on the roll of the dice were massaged, all for fun! Everyone went home smiling.

Thanks to Lisa for arranging organising the music played by James Lebec and to Sasha for the amazing cakes. (Written by Pat Strack – Session Leader)

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Published: 27 June 2017

We were delighted to attend the Town Mayor, Cllr. Eric Silver's Civic festival which was in aid of his chosen charity Dementia Club UK. Borehamwood Brass Band conducted by musical director Derek Holland provided a musical treat at All Saints Church tonight with a full selection of well-known musical numbers. The music played was a mix of movie themes and other favourites.

We also had a performance from Barnet's Christchurch Community Choir which was led by Jill Wood.

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Published: 23 June 2017

The longest day and the hottest day since 1976 Members were nicely surprised that Lisa had brought ice creams again.

We celebrated Mariana's 83rd birthday in the usual way and then we had a speaker - Mr David Steene, a solicitor who specialises in dementia law and his firm is based in Borehamwood. Members were interested to hear some new information about a pension guarantee that entitles you to get 100% free council tax.

The session then followed with Tai Chi with Egon and as the weather was so hot all the members went outside. I finished the session reading some jokes which everyone enjoyed.

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Published: 21 June 2017

Today was a hot summer day and Lisa surprised everyone with some ice creams that were really appreciated by everyone.

We then did some singing and one of the carers James decided to show us how to dance 'The Lambeth Walk' A few joined in and was great fun. Session followed with Yoga chair exercises with Richard and then followed with social activities.

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Published: 14 June 2017

On Tuesday we welcomed some new members to DCUK at Elstree and Borhamwood Rotary Club session.

Everyone enjoyed the gentle exercises and calm music Sarah provided. Lisa led the quiz and the singing. The singing led to dancing and a great time was had by all. The dementia sufferers and their families were happy and relaxed. We were entertained to "Big Spender" by Marjorie Morris one of our members.

Thank you to all our helpers and hope to see you all on Tuesday 27th June at 2pm at Fairway Hall, WD6 5BT. regards Pat.

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Published: 13 June 2017