Dementia Support
Caring for and supporting someone with dementia can be stressful and at times upsetting. It can also be very rewarding and there may be good times. It is important that you look after your own health and wellbeing and turn to others for support when you need it. There is advice available to help you understand dementia and do all you can to support the person you care about.
We can help you access information, advice and support including:
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Understanding Dementia Training Course
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How to get help locally
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Maintaining independence
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Benefits advice
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Dementia Support Group
Dementia Support Carers Meetups
Are you caring for someone living with dementia?
You are both welcome to join us once a month for a chat over a nice hot drink. Our staff are on hand to offer support, advice and answer any questions. It is also an opportunity to share experiences with other dementia carers and support one another.
Hyndburn
1st Tuesday of every month, 11am - 1pm
Carers Link Lancashire, 54-56 Blackburn Road, Accrington, BB5 1LE
Pendle
2nd Tuesday of every month, 11am - 1pm
Pendle Village Tearoom, M65, Junction 12
Rossendale
3rd Thursday of every month, 11am - 1pm
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery Café, Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall, BB4 6RE
Burnley
1st Wednesday of every month, 11am - 1pm
Down Town, Charter Walk Shopping Centre (above New Look), Burnley, BB11 1AE
Ribble Valley
2nd Thursday of every month, 11am - 1pm
Colborne House Cafe, 15-17 Wellgate, Clitheroe, B27 2DP
Understanding Dementia Courses
Our one-day Understanding Dementia course will help you to develop the skills and confidence to support you in your caring role for someone with dementia. We will address key topics, including diagnosis, progression of symptoms, services that can help, and changing relationships. During the course you will have the opportunity to talk about your concerns and share your experiences with other carers. If you are attending an in person course we will provide lunch. If you would like to attend an online course please ensure that you have access to a device to join the course, wifi to connect to the session, and a quiet space to avoid distractions.
Wednesday 20th May, 10am - 4pm, This course will be delivered in Urdu.
The Chai Centre, Burnley, BB10 1BY.
Monday 15th June, 10:30am - 3pm.
Colne Library, 47-55 Market Street, BB8 0AP.
Friday 17th July, 10:30am - 3pm
Accrington Community Facility, 54-56 Blackburn Road, Accrington, BB5 1LE.
Online Course (Daytime), 10:30am - 12:30pm
Thursday 23rd April, Thursday 30th April, Thursday 7th May.
Online Course (Evening), 6:30pm - 8:30pmWednesday 2nd September, Wednesday 9th September, Wednesday 16th September.
Book a Place:
We now offer online booking forms for our courses, click on the link below and complete our online form, choosing which course you'd like to attend. You will receive an email to confirm your booking.
Activities for Dementia Carers
During Carers Week 2026, we have an activity for Dementia Carers only. If you'd like to book a place on the activity you can click on the link below and complete our online registration form.
Dementia Support Guide
We have developed a guide to localised support, though we do recommend that you contact each group as they may be operating differently at the moment.
You can find a copy of our Dementia Support Guide by clicking the large front page below, or clicking here.
If you run a community support group and wish to appear in the guide, please call us on (01254) 387444 or email info@carerslinklancashire.co.uk.
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Rossendale Hospice - Dementia day stays
On a Friday, weekly, Rossendale Hospice hosts a 'Dementia Day', whereby those with early stages of Dementia can attend the hospice for the duration of the day, for free, under the care of staff nurses and professionals. During these day sessions, they host meaningful socialising opportunities, focused activities, and time and space to feel at ease with friends also with Dementia. This gives the carer the time to do things for themselves such as errands, meeting friends, personal appointments, shopping, or even just alone time at home to rest. This is a 12 week programme (or 12 non-consecutive weeks), which you can be referred to by health professionals or ourselves at Carers Link, or indeed self-refer via the hospice website. There are certain criteria the patient must meet, including that they must be registered with a Rossendale GP.
You, the carer, can also benefit from these day stays, as the hospice offer
free complementary therapies for yourself during the day such as
massages, CBT and psychotherapy.
For more information, contact Rossendale Hospice:
01706 393870 (Open 8.30am - 4.30pm Mon-Fri)
admin@rossendalehospice.org
www.rossendalehospice.org
Pendleside Hospice - Carers Groups
Carer's Group - bring loved ones
Third Thursday of every month, 4.30pm-6pm
Welcomes anyone to attend who is caring for someone with a life-limiting condition. The group provides invaluable peer support and educational sessions in relation to the caring role from members of the health, wellbeing and rehabilitation team. The group is designed to bring your loved ones along too, where we will provide a separate session for them while you spend some time to relax.
Buffet and refreshments included.
Carer's Group - Carers only
First Saturday of every month, 10am-12pm
Welcomes anyone to attend who is caring for someone with a life-limiting condition. Each session has a different and the group is designed to give carers an opportunity to speak with other carers, and share experiences.
Buffet and refreshments included.
For more information or to book on to either of these groups, please call Diane Herbert on
01282 440 127 or email diane.herbert@pendleside.org.uk. Dates may vary / change,
depending on bank holidays, so please do get in touch prior to visiting the Hospice.
FREE Counselling for Dementia Carers with 'Dementia Carers Count'
'Dementia Carers Count' can offer carers up to six free remote counselling sessions. Initial appointment usually arranged within a couple of weeks. Counselling sessions are organised around what works best for the carer and follow up support is available if needed.
If you or someone you know could benefit from counselling, call the Dementia Carers Count: Carer Support Line free on 0800 652 1102
9am - 5pm Monday to Friday
Young Onset Dementia Cafe - for those under retirement age
This group, hosted by Rosemary & Time, meet on the first and third Thursdays of each month at Toll Bar Cottage Cafe in Broughton, nr Preston in the evening: 5.30 - 7.30.
Enjoy a simple meal together, spend some time with people who really do get your situation, have a laugh and probably a bit of a sing too.
This group is open to anyone under retirement age and affected by dementia.
No set fee, just 'pay as you feel.'
For more information, contact Rosemary & Time CIC:
07880 348597
