ADSS Dementia

08/10/2026

Thank You Thursday

What do you get when you bring together live music, delicious food, family fun and a community coming together for a great cause?

SUNFEST! 🎉

Late August, a fantastic afternoon and evening of entertainment brought people together for live bands, a BBQ, inflatables, face painting and plenty of fun - all while helping to raise money for ADSS through a charity raffle.

A HUGE thank you to everyone at the Sun Inn At Bredgar who worked so hard to organise the event, the bands who provided the entertainment, everyone who donated raffle prizes and, of course, everyone who came along and supported it.

It's wonderful to see local communities coming together, having a brilliant time and making a difference for people affected by dementia.

Your generosity helps us continue providing specialist care, support and guidance to people living with dementia and their families across Kent and Medway.

From all of us at ADSS, THANK YOU!

06/10/2026

What happens when getting from A to B suddenly feels more complicated?

For many of us, being able to get in the car, catch a train or head out independently is something we barely think about.

Until dementia enters the picture.

Then questions can start to surface. Can I still drive? What happens if that changes? Will I still be able to get where I want to go? Will I have to rely on other people?

But a dementia diagnosis shouldn’t automatically make someone’s world smaller.

This week’s Top Tip Tuesday is all about getting around and protecting independence - including some things about driving and public transport that you might not know.

Swipe through - there may be something here that surprises you.

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Because sometimes continuing to live the life you want isn't about travelling in exactly the same way.

It's about finding a way to keep going.

04/10/2026

26.2 miles.
Four deeply personal reasons.

Georgia is running in memory of her grandma.
Helping other families find support when dementia changes their lives.

Liam is running after losing his dad to dementia.
He saw his mum’s unwavering love and care - and knows how much support matters.

Sam once thought running a marathon was impossible.
Now his grandad, who is living with dementia, is his inspiration to keep going.

Elicia is taking on her first marathon for her mum.
Following her mum’s Lewy body dementia diagnosis, this cause became deeply personal.

Four runners.
One shared purpose.

To help ADSS be there for more families affected by dementia.

They’re taking on the miles.
Will you get behind them?

Sponsor our London Marathon team.

Read their stories and donate through the links in our caption.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/georgia-dunlop-3

https://www.justgiving.com/page/liam-bonthrone-1788585987967

https://www.justgiving.com/page/sampow99

https://www.justgiving.com/page/elicia-carrington-1?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

03/10/2026

What’s my 35 challenge?
It started with a 35km rowing in full public view in a Tunbridge Wells shopping… it ended in that shopping centre but after hear a lovely ladies HEARTBREAKING story I pushed the limits and went for 35 miles - completed in just over 5 hours of non stop rowing!

If you are able to and fancy sharing it would be most appreciated!

Now bath time, Epsom salts and rest!!!

https://www.justgiving.com/page/laura-parker-adss?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

03/10/2026

03/10/2026

35km. One nonstop mammoth row. Can you support Laura?

Today, our Marketing and Communications Manager, Laura, is taking on a rather crazy 35km rowing challenge - in full view of the Saturday shoppers in central Tunbridge Wells!

She’s swapping her keyboard for a rowing machine to raise funds for people living with dementia and their families. It’s a huge test of stamina and determination, and every cheer and donation will help keep her going.

In Tunbridge Wells today? Stop by and give her some encouragement!

Can you sponsor her? Your donation will help ADSS provide specialist care, support and connection for families across Kent and Medway.

👉 Support Laura here: https://shorturl.at/SFqir

02/10/2026

October is here - and there’s plenty happening at ADSS next week!

As the days get a little cooler, having somewhere to go, people to see and something enjoyable in the diary can make all the difference.

For the week commencing 5th October, there’s a lovely mix happening across Dartford, Gravesend, Swanley and Medway - from singing, creative arts and line dancing to Memory Cafés, peer support, chair fit and Kindred Spirits.

These groups are about much more than the activity itself. They’re a chance to connect, laugh, move, create, share experiences and spend time with people who understand.

📅 Week commencing 5th October
📞 For activities requiring booking, please call 01474 533990.

What will you put in your diary this week?

02/10/2026

Two weeks to go | Living Well Information Event

Sometimes the hardest part of finding support is simply knowing where to start.

Who do you ask about staying safe at home? What help is available with housing or mobility? Who can you speak to about emotional wellbeing, dementia, care or maintaining independence?

On Friday 16th October, we’re bringing a range of local organisations and professionals together in Gravesend so you can have those conversations all in one place.

There’s no appointment, no formal assessment and no expectation that you arrive knowing exactly what you need.

Come along, ask questions, explore what’s available and find out about support that could make everyday life a little easier - for you or someone you care about.

You’ll be able to speak with services covering dementia support, adult social care, housing, home safety, mobility, emotional wellbeing, health and support at home.

📅 Friday 16 October 2026
⏰ 10.30am–12.30pm
📍 The Masonic Hall, Gravesend

Just two weeks to go - please share this with someone locally who might benefit from coming along.

29/09/2026

Choosing a care home for someone you love can feel overwhelming.

How do you know what a good care home looks like?

Is it the facilities? The activities? The CQC rating? The number of staff? And how do you know whether a home that feels right today will still be able to provide the right support as someone’s dementia progresses?

Whether you’re considering permanent care or a period of respite, it can be difficult to know what questions to ask - particularly when you’re making decisions at an already emotional time.

So, for this week’s Top Tip Tuesday, we’ve brought together some of the things you may want to ask, notice and think about when visiting a care home for someone living with dementia.

👉 Swipe through before your next care home visit.

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