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2 Ready Menus of Finger Foods for Dementia for UK Carers, Safety First
October 9, 2026

2 Ready Menus of Finger Foods for Dementia for UK Carers, Safety First

Practical safety first finger food ideas for UK carers, with food group menus, serving tips, and two ready to copy sample days you can use today.

Start dementia friendly art activities in 5 minutes for carers
October 8, 2026

Start dementia friendly art activities in 5 minutes for carers

Low prep sensory art activities carers can set up in five minutes, with simple adaptation tips, an evidence summary and a Clubhouse example.

Dependable dementia group activities: CST 14 session plan for UK carers
October 7, 2026

Dependable dementia group activities: CST 14 session plan for UK carers

Practical UK activity plans for carers: music, reminiscence, crafts, gentle movement and CST's 14 session model. Includes session templates, safety checks...

UK carers: NICE aligned checklist to calm agitation in dementia
October 6, 2026

UK carers: NICE aligned checklist to calm agitation in dementia

NICE aligned steps for UK carers to calm agitation in dementia, with a short trigger checklist, red flags for same day review, and day pass options.

20 Minute Dementia Friendly Outings for UK Carers: Nature First
October 5, 2026

20 Minute Dementia Friendly Outings for UK Carers: Nature First

Nature based dementia friendly outings for UK carers. NHS backed tips and Clubhouse tested adjustments, with 20 minute trip ideas to start.

Visit Ready Checklists for Macclesfield Dementia Support and Day Passes
October 4, 2026

Visit Ready Checklists for Macclesfield Dementia Support and Day Passes

Start with your GP and a Cheshire East Memory Service referral. Use a visit ready checklist to arrange respite or book a Clubhouse day pass.

Managers: Four step checklist to meet dementia staff qualifications
October 3, 2026

Managers: Four step checklist to meet dementia staff qualifications

Operational guidance for managers to map Care Certificate and the Dementia Training Standards Framework to roles. Use a four step audit, evidence...

10 Quick Early Stage Dementia Activities for UK Carers With a CST Plan
October 2, 2026

10 Quick Early Stage Dementia Activities for UK Carers With a CST Plan

Evidence aligned, easy activities UK carers can run in 5–30 minutes, plus a ready CST session plan from The Alderley Clubhouse and NICE guidance.

Care homes: 2–3 week restaurant style dining pilot for dementia
October 1, 2026

Care homes: 2–3 week restaurant style dining pilot for dementia

Clinically safe, practical steps for care home managers to pilot restaurant style dining for people with dementia. A 2–3 week checklist, safety checks and...