Whanganui

Dementia Navigation

• Support for people living with dementia/mate wareware to live their best possible lives
• Support for carers, family and whānau through their journey
• Provide information and practical strategies to support whānau through one to one and carer support groups.

Group Activities

Meaningful group activities and community outings for people with dementia offering cognitive stimulation, light physical exercise, social connection and brain health support. Our groups are currently available in Whanganui and Marton.

While participants are at group activities, carers and whānau benefit from much-needed respite.

Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST)

An evidenced-based group programme for individuals with mild to moderate dementia, using engaging activities to support brain health.

CST is run over 7 weeks and participants get the most benefit when attending all 14 sessions.

Weekly Maintenance CST sessions are available for participants upon completion of CST.

Education Sessions

Educational programmes to support carers and whānau with practical knowledge for your dementia journey.

Building community awareness and reducing stigma by promoting brain health and deepening understanding of dementia/ mate wareware.

Support Groups

• Carer Support Groups – last Friday of each month
• Mens Support Group – 1st and 3rd Monday of each month
• Alzheimers Cafe – 2nd Monday of each month

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