Cognitive Support Groups

Our cognitive support services help people stay connected, engaged and confident in everyday life.

Our Cognitive Groups

Through conversation, creativity, music and shared activities, we create opportunities to keep minds active, build connections and enjoy meaningful experiences together.

Whether you’re looking for support, routine, companionship or simply a welcoming place to take part, we’re here to help people live well with dementia, at their own pace.

For information or advice about the most appropriate groups for you:

Timetables:

  • Various Locations

    Activitea

    Having opportunities to stay active, take part and spend time with others can be important at every stage of dementia.

    Activitea is a welcoming group for people living with mid to later-stage dementia. Sessions include a variety of activities designed to be enjoyable, engaging and tailored to the people taking part. Most importantly, it’s a chance to connect, join in and spend time with others in a supportive environment.

    Good to know:
    Activities are gentle and designed to be accessible for people with a range of abilities and mobility levels. A Carers Support Group, exclusively for carers supporting people to attend the Activitea session, runs alongside it.

    When: See timetable

  • Online,Various Locations

    Cognitive Stimulation Therapy

    Keeping your mind active and connected can make a real difference.

    Our Cognitive Stimulation Therapy sessions use conversation, activities and shared experiences to support memory, confidence and communication. Sessions are small, friendly and structured, helping people in the earlier stages of dementia stay engaged and connected.

    Good to know:

    You must pre-book this session, and we’ll need to evaluate you to ensure it is right for you.

    A Carers Support Group, exclusively for carers supporting people to attend the CST session, runs alongside it and also requires pre-booking.

    When: See timetable

  • Various Locations

    Music 4 Memory

    Music can spark memories, encourage conversation and bring moments of joy.

    Music 4 Memory brings people living with dementia or cognitive impairment and their carers together to sing, move, connect and enjoy music in a welcoming and supportive environment. Sessions are led by experienced music therapists and are available in person and online.

    The sessions are a chance to sing, dance and laugh together, with proven positive effects on cognition and mental wellbeing.

    When: See timetable

  • Phone & Email Support

    Tibbs Dementia Connections

    When support from a memory clinic comes to an end, it can feel like you’re facing the next stage on your own. We’re here to make sure that doesn’t happen.

    People living with dementia and their carers across Bedfordshire (excluding Luton) can be referred to us for ongoing phone and email support. Whether you have a question about benefits, want help finding local support, need advice, or simply want someone to talk to, we’re here to help.

    We’ll also check in with you from time to time, so you don’t always have to be the one to reach out.

    Learn more about Tibbs Dementia Connections

    Good to know: To access this service, you just need to be able to call or email us, or have someone who can do that on your behalf.

    When: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm