Virtual Dementia Tour

01/09/2026

27/08/2026

🌟 Something local that might be worth a visit! 🌟

If you’re looking for something to do on 3rd September, why not pop along to the local mini market?

A great chance to have a wander around, support some local stalls and pick up a few little treats along the way.

Worth a visit! 😊

21/08/2026

Sometimes we focus so much on what a person with dementia has forgotten, that we forget everything they still feel.

They may forget your name, but they can still recognise kindness.

They may forget the conversation you had five minutes ago, but they can still feel the warmth of your voice.

They may not remember what you did for them today, but they will remember how you made them feel.

Dementia is not just about memory. It can affect how someone experiences the world around them — and that is why patience, understanding and compassion matter so much.

Before we correct, rush or assume, perhaps we should pause and ask ourselves:

“What if this was my world?”

Sometimes the greatest difference we can make isn't in what we say, but in how we make someone feel.

14/08/2026

💙 A unique dementia experience is coming to Stowmarket! 💙

We’re delighted to be bringing the Virtual Dementia Tour® to Frantec in Stowmarket, giving people the opportunity to experience some of the sensory and physical challenges that a person living with dementia may face.

This is more than simply learning about dementia. It’s an opportunity to gain a different perspective, build understanding and see things from the point of view of someone living with dementia.

The experience is thought-provoking, insightful and designed to help us consider how we can better support people living with dementia in our communities.

For more information, please see the flyer below or get in touch.

Please feel free to share this post with anyone in the Stowmarket and surrounding areas who may be interested.

💙 Understanding starts with seeing things from a different perspective.

31/07/2026

What an amazing event that is happening in the local Essex community,
If you know anyone that may be interested in this please pass this on

24/07/2026

💙 Weekend Thought...

As the weekend begins, it's worth remembering that for someone living with dementia, the world can sometimes feel unfamiliar, confusing, or overwhelming.

What may seem like a simple task to us—finding a room, recognising a face, following a conversation, or coping with a busy environment—can require enormous effort.

Taking a little extra time, using clear communication, and responding with patience rather than urgency can make a significant difference to a person's wellbeing.

Understanding dementia isn't just for health and social care professionals. It's something that can help all of us support family members, friends, neighbours, and members of our community with greater compassion.

💙 This weekend, let's choose understanding, patience, and kindness—because small changes in how we respond can have a lasting impact.

23/07/2026

Did you know that dementia affects more than memory?

For many people, dementia can also affect:
🧠 How they interpret what they see and hear.
🚶 Balance, coordination, and movement.
💬 Communication and finding the right words.
😟 Confidence, decision-making, and carrying out everyday tasks.
🔊 The way they experience sounds, light, touch, and busy environments.

This is why understanding the lived experience of dementia is so important. When we understand why someone may be responding in a certain way, we can adapt our approach to reduce distress and provide more compassionate, person-centred support.

The Virtual Dementia Tour® offers an evidence-based, immersive learning experience that helps participants gain a deeper appreciation of the challenges many people living with dementia face every day. It's not about simulating dementia itself—it's about increasing understanding, empathy, and improving the way we deliver care.

Every small change in our approach has the potential to make a meaningful difference to someone's day.

20/07/2026

Understanding dementia starts with empathy.

Dementia affects millions of people and their families, yet it's easy to underestimate the everyday challenges that those living with the condition face. Changes in perception, communication, memory, and the environment can all have a significant impact on a person's experience.

That's why education is so important.

The Virtual Dementia Tour (VDT) offers an immersive learning experience that helps participants gain a deeper understanding of what it may feel like to live with dementia. Rather than simply learning about the condition, participants experience some of the sensory and cognitive challenges firsthand, encouraging greater empathy and more person-centred care.

One of the most rewarding parts of delivering the VDT is hearing from experienced care professionals who tell us it has changed the way they think, communicate, and support people living with dementia. Many describe it as one of the most impactful training experiences they've ever attended.

By investing in meaningful dementia education, we're not just improving knowledge—we're helping to create more compassionate conversations, stronger relationships, and better outcomes for those living with dementia.

If you're looking to enhance dementia awareness within your organisation, we'd love to start a conversation about how the Virtual Dementia Tour can support your team.