Peer Support
Our peer support groups offer you the opportunity to meet new people and make friends with others going through the same experience as you.
Our Support & Social Groups
Basingstoke
St Michael’s Church Cottage, Church Square, Basingstoke, RG21 7QW
Every Monday 1.30pm – 3.30pm
New Milton
St Mary Magdalene Church Hall, Church Lane, New Milton, BH25 6QL
Every Wednesday 1.30pm – 3.30pm
Havant & Waterlooville
Havant United Reform Church Hall, 37 North St, Havant PO9 1PP
Every Wednesday each month 1pm – 3pm
Ringwood
Trinity United Church Hall, 51 Christchurch Road, Ringwood, BH24 1DH
Every Wednesday 1pm – 3pm
Fareham
Holy Trinity Church Hall, 132 West Street, Fareham, PO16 0EL
Every Thursday 1pm – 3pm
Eastleigh
St Andrews Church Hall, Blenheim Road, Eastleigh, SO50 5LQ
Every Friday 1pm – 3pm
Fleet - COMING SOON
Location TBC
Every Friday 1pm – 3pm
Suggested donation: £2.50 per person (to help cover running costs)
Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST)
CST is one of the most structured and research-backed approaches available in the UK. Developed by Dr Aimee Spector and her team, CST involves themed group sessions aimed at maintaining memory, orientation, and communication.
Sessions are low-pressure, non-clinical, and designed to foster a sense of success and connection.
All of our Support & Social Group activities are based on CST principles and our staff facilitators have been trained in cognitive Stimulation Therapy by Dr Aimee Spencer.
Our Musical Moments Groups
Lyndhurst
Hartwood House, Bournemouth Rd, Lyndhurst SO43 7DP
Every second Tuesday each month 2pm – 3.30pm
Hedge End
Snowdrop Place, Pavillion Road, Hedge End, Southampton, SO30 3ZS
Every second Tuesday each month 2pm – 3.30pm
Sway
Sway Place, Church Lane, Sway, SO41 6AD
Every third Tuesday each month 1.30pm – 3pm
Fareham
Parker Meadows, 7, Parker View, Redlands Lane, Fareham PO16 0AF
Every fourth Tuesday each month 2pm – 3.30pm
Lymington
Linden House, New Sreet, Lymington SO41 9BP
Every fourth Tuesday each month 2pm-3.30pm
Waterlooville
Wellington Vale, Darnel Road, Denmead, Waterlooville PO7 7TY
Every fourth Tuesday each month 2pm-3.30pm
Music for Dementia
Music has a valuable role to play in enhancing quality of life for people living with dementia, and their carers. It has the power to bring people together in the here and now, providing a way to stay connected with loved ones and carers through shared experiences.
It can enliven, stimulate and enable people to express themselves creatively beyond words. This involvement enables people to be seen for who they are beyond their diagnosis.
Research and lived experiences show that music can help reduce the often-distressing symptoms of dementia, such as agitation, apathy and anxiety.
Our Young Onset Dementia Online Meet-Up
Every third Tuesday each month 7pm-8pm
Living with young onset dementia can bring unique challenges, and it can sometimes feel difficult to connect with others who truly understand. Our monthly Young Onset Dementia Online Meet-Up provides a welcoming, friendly and supportive space for people diagnosed with dementia under the age of 65 to come together.
Join us from the comfort of your own home to share experiences, make new connections, exchange practical tips, and enjoy informal conversation with others facing similar circumstances. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been living with dementia for some time, you will be welcomed into a relaxed and understanding community.
There is no pressure to speak if you would rather listen, and each session is designed to encourage friendship, peer support, and mutual understanding. The group is facilitated by experienced members of the Dementia Support Hampshire & IOW team, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for everyone.
Come along, connect with others, and discover that you are not alone on your dementia journey.
Please RSVP on our online event calendar here.
Please note: Groups do not take place on Bank Holidays or between Christmas and New Year. Please check our online event calendar here for full details.
The Groups are free to attend, however, we suggest a donation of £2.50 per person to help cover the costs of refreshments.
Musical Moments is FREE to attend as the costs are covered by our amazing care home partners.
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