What we do…
RAY Carers group is a friendly welcoming safe space for carers of someone with dementia who has either entered residential care or passed away. The group meets every week on Thursdays from 11am to 2pm and is a peer support group to help those whose caring role has changed to adjust to a new situation. The group is run by RAY staff members and has access to external agencies who can offer more specialized sup[port.
Activities are arranged to meet the needs and interests of those that attend. These include arts and craft workshops, creative entertainment and occasional outings to places of local interest, playing games.
The benefits
- An opportunity to meet others sharing the same experiences
- Friendship and support
- Links to agencies that can provide tailored advice and support
- Opportunity to engage in therapeutic group activities and outings
- A wonderful team of staff who create a warm welcoming atmosphere
Quotes…
Many thanks for your friendship, warmth and support. It means a great deal to us (Carer)
I feel so relieved mum has found your group, it has given her so much support and gives us, her family, some peace of mind knowing she does not feel so alone (Daughter who lives away)
I have never lived on my own before, so this (person with dementia going in residential care) is a big change for me. I am battling with so many emotions it is really hard, but being able to talk to others in the same situation is really helping (Carer)
