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Charles Fearn
Singing
Misconception
While the disease is being more widely
talked about, there is still a common
misconception that dementia is an
inevitable consequence of ageing, and
this simply isnt true.
Dementia describes different brain
disorders that trigger a loss of brain
function, from memory loss to
confusion and difficulties with speech
and understanding. While theres
currently no cure for dementia, research
shows that staying socially, mentally
and physically active can help.
The evidence that staying physically
fit keeps your brain healthy into old
age is compelling, and most concrete
is the link between aerobic fitness and
cognitive preservation. Brisk walks of
3045 minutes three times a week can
help fend off mental wear and tear,
and may delay the onset of dementia.
Its recognised that dancing can have a
Uplifting
Staywells Fit as a Fiddle programme
recently featured a dance course
specifically designed for people living
with dementia and their carers. The
dancers found it was an uplifting way
of meeting people and being in the
moment, with one couple commenting,
It was a great opportunity to meet
people with something in common,
and have a bit of a laugh!
Increasingly, classes like aerobics,
Zumba Gold and Tai Chi are being
aimed at seniors all over the country,
giving us access to exercise at a level
thats welcome.
l There are currently 850,000 people with dementia in the UK, with numbers
set to rise to over 1 million by 2025, to 2 million by 2051.
l 1 in 6 people over the age of 80 have dementia.
l There are over 40,000 people under 65 with dementia in the UK.
l Research shows the percentage of people with dementia is now decreasing,
but numbers are rising due to people living longer.
l Unpaid carers supporting someone with dementia save the economy 11
billion a year.
l Dementia is one of the main causes of disability later in life, ahead of cancer,
cardiovascular disease and stroke.
l Delaying the onset of dementia by five years would halve the number of
deaths from the condition, saving 30,000 lives a year.
satisfied or extremely
satisfied with most aspects of
the service: The Centre seems
to have a very good range of
activities a very important
asset to Banstead Village.
After 10 years attending I
feel you cater for everything,
Woodhatch member.
When asked for more detail,
however, there were quite a
few common suggestions and
themes for development and
improvement. Most frequently
highlighted was food quality,
variety, availability and the
settings in which meals are
served. Many of you also
suggested that more could be
done to make the entrances to
the buildings easier to access
and more welcoming, and also
that more could be done to
welcome new visitors.
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Staywells trustees
Staywells trustees, as with all charitable
trustees, are the people who share
ultimate responsibility for the
organisation. The executive is responsible
for the day to day operations and reports
to the trustees at regular board meetings.
Our trustees, who are all volunteers, come
from a wide range of backgrounds, social
care, health and business, bringing with
them their experience and knowledge to
help ensure Staywell continues to evolve
and provide great services.
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Staying social
Staywell offers a wide variety of social, adult learning and therapeutic activities through our centres in Reigate,
Banstead and Horley. They are friendly places where you can meet people for a chat, play a game or take part
in one of the many activities. If youve not been before, give us a call and come along to one near you.
Woodhatch Centre
The Woodhatch
Centre is a modern
community centre
providing a warm and
friendly environment for
all those seeking activity
and companionship.
While the centre offers
activities for all age groups, it acts as a lively social
hub for the over 50s. A wide range of activities are on
offer, from line dancing to tai chi; painting for pleasure
to IT & iPad tuition; and singing to board games.
Reasonably priced homemade hot and cold food is
available from the centres caf, Down the Hatch just
place your order before 11.30am.
The centre has a large comfortable reception area,
a dining area, and various activity rooms. Also on site,
youll find a hairdressers, podiatrist and beauty
therapist all reasonably priced and available by
appointment for members and non-members.
The building has car parking facilities and full access
for those requiring mobility assistance.
Opening times: Monday Friday 9.30am 4.00pm.
Contact Linda Cope or Anne Ager on 01737 221030
or email enquiries_woodhatch@staywellservices.
org.uk for more information or to book a look around.
Banstead Centre
Conveniently located
across from the library,
The Banstead Centre
offers people a friendly
and sociable place to
meet for fun activities,
exercise classes or just
a chat over coffee.
Membership is available for the over 50s, and
provides access to activities such as art classes,
table tennis, tai chi, bridge and IT tuition in the
Internet Caf. Members can also enjoy a home
cooked hot lunch in the dining room, or just a light
snack from the Hammond Caf. Transport is
available Monday Friday, to and from the centre,
for those who need it.
There is a reasonably priced hairdresser on site
call 01737 361329 to book an appointment. Also
within the premises you will find Age Concern
Banstead and Citizens Advice Reigate & Banstead.
Opening times: Monday Friday, 10.00am 4.00pm.
Contact Lisa Barwick on 01737 361712 or email
enquiries_banstead@staywellservices.org.uk
for more information or to book a look around.
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bookings_banstead@staywellservices.org.uk
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