Services in Hackney and City

Services offered

• Carers Support Groups
  A facilitated support group meeting once a month, providing a safe space for information exchange, emotional and practical support and the opportunity to network with other carers in similar positions
• Dementia Adviser Service
  Dementia Advisor Service : To provide information and advice for people with dementia and their carers, family and friends. Dementia Advisor Walk in Service : Drop in information service every Tuesday morning (9am-1am) at the Hackney Service Centre, 1 Hillman Street, E8 1DY. No appointment necessary.
• Hackney Coffee Club
  A social gathering held on every first Friday of the month for carers and the person with dementia to meet and socialise.
• Leisure and Well-being Service
  Support for people with dementia, particularly those not engaging with services in the community.
• Talks and Information Sharing
  Talks and presentations to raise awareness and increase understanding of dementia
• Telephone information service
  Information, advice and support over the phone and referrals to other agencies where necessary
• YPWD Peer Support Group
  A group for younger people with dementia and their carers to meet monthly to share experiences and activities.