Our Cognitive Stimulation Programmes focus on activating pathways in the brain to help people with Dementia maintain as much function as possible – it’s like keeping your brain fit.  These programmes are best-suited to people who are in the early years of their Mate Wareware-Dementia diagnosis.   Talk to our team to find out if our brain health programmes could help you or your loved one keep enjoying everyday life.

• Introduction to Cognitive Stimulation – a four-week course following on from Introduction to Living Well with Dementia.
• Cognitive Stimulation Programme – a fortnightly group convened at both Fendalton Library and at Dementia Canterbury.
• Monthly Memory Groups in the regions, based on Cognitive Stimulation Principles.
• Next Chapter Group – a monthly themed discussion group, facilitated by Librarians and held in Ashburton, Christchurch, and the West Coast.
• Artzheimers – a monthly art appreciation group, facilitated by Art Gallery Guides and convened at the Christchurch Art Gallery.

Dementia Canterbury serves the Christchurch and Wider Canterbury regions, as well as the West Coast. Not all our services are available in all areas. Please contact your Key Worker on 03 379 2590 / West Coast 0800 259 226 to discuss what options are available in your area.