In my own words – Mary

“Memory Matters” session at Hebden Bridge.

Lisa hosting a successful session with people of dementia in Halifax and we branched out at Hebden bridge. we were delighted to welcome 10 new faces and it was wonderful to hear the positive feedback on the session. Our latest “Memory Matters “ quarterly session offer relevant dementia related information for people with dementia. Each […]

February 26, 2025

“Word of the Week” hits a milestone

Our series has created 52 unique short videos – that’s one for every week of the year! You might wonder what “Word of the Week” is? Way back in spring 2024, we thought that a brief set of videos on social media explaining common terms and jargon around Dementia may be helpful to people affected […]

February 21, 2025

DEEP collaboration with Overgate Hospice

Recently, members of the Happy Valley DEEP group took part in a co-production project with Overgate Hospice. They were invited to assist in creating a dementia-friendly document for the Overgate “Shape Our Care” Campaign. It was lovely to welcome Overgate Hospice back with the finished product. UK DEEP Network #calderdaledementiahub #dementiavoices#calderdale

January 30, 2025

FREE Dementia Friendly Film Screenings

Hebden Bridge Picture House has joined the Warm Spaces network and is now offering free monthly dementia friendly screenings. These community-led events are open to all, with a special focus on those living with dementia, their families, and carers. With complimentary tea, coffee, and biscuits, it’s a great opportunity to gather in a warm, welcoming, […]

January 30, 2025

Dementia Awareness Sessions

Our Community Engagement Officer, Lisa has been busy scheduling Dementia Awareness Sessions for Groups and Organisations. Over the last couple of months she has delivered sessions at Friends of Siddal community group, Memory Lane Drop-in and at Café 139 for members of the Cornerstone Church. To find out more or to book a session for […]

January 30, 2025

“Hub News” Volume 2 Jan -March 25

Volume 2 What we offer Spotlight on Our Service Word of the Week A Volunteer’s Story Our Student on Placement DEEP Spotlight on Other Services Better Lives Drop-In Service Warm Space Cinema Announcements Dates for Your Diary Get Involved Contact “Hub News” is available in both electronic and printed form – and we are working […]

January 8, 2025

Celebrating Calderdale Dementia Hub’s 2nd Birthday in style!

Our 2nd Birthday Celebration event was a huge success!

April 23, 2024

Welcome to our Stories Page

Welcome to your Stories Page. Click here to see how to keep updated and how to hear from people with dementia

September 1, 2023

Meet the Team

Calderdale Dementia Hub is a team of six. We work to ensure that people affected by dementia can live well with dementia, providing information, advice and signposting as needed; and supporting a dementia friendly Calderdale. Our team is led by our Service Manager Neil. The Service Manager is responsible for the overall management of the […]

August 30, 2023

The ABC’s of Dementia

Our ABCs of Dementia sessions continue on the first Tuesday of each month. In March we look at “Denial and Lack of Insight”. We look at the difference between Denial (and how this can affect both carers and people with dementia) and Lack of Insight. The session looks at some case studies and identifies ways […]

February 26, 2025

ABCs of Dementia for Carers(online)

February 26, 2025