Memoryworks Hampshire CIC

08/10/2026

The New Forest Walking Festival is back! 🚶

Join us and a wealth of local organisations and experts on guided walks between 17 October and 1 November, taking in the wonderful sights, sounds and colours of the New Forest in autumn! 🍂

The Walking Festival is a great chance to learn about why the National Park is so special, as well as enjoying the health and wellbeing benefits of walking or wheeling in nature 💚

Highlights this year include:

Biofluorescent night walks with NPA rangers 🔦

Guided bird watching with Bird Aware Solent 🦆

Fungi identification with experts 🍄

Heathland and wetland explorations with New Forest - Forestry England rangers 🌳

Halloween wildlife explorer sessions for the whole family 🦇

Forest folklore with Haunted New Forest 🐉

Networking walks for local professionals, students and volunteers interested in nature 🤝

Which walk are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments 👇

Book now through the link in the comments 🔗

08/04/2026

Many people don’t realise that nearly half of dementia cases worldwide could potentially be prevented or delayed by addressing everyday health and lifestyle factors. Small steps like staying mentally active, caring for your heart, and staying socially connected can all support better brain health.

This is why approaches such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) are so valuable — helping people stay mentally engaged and socially connected.

This World Health Day, take a moment to check in on your brain health with Alzheimer’s Research UK’s quick online tool:
https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/brain-health/check-in/

What’s one thing you’re already doing to support your brain health?

30/03/2026

🧠✨ Do you know someone in Milford on Sea who might benefit from a Memory Group? ✨🧠

If you are supporting a family member who has received a diagnosis of dementia, or who may be worried about their memory, our friendly Memory Group at The Bridge offers a positive and supportive space.

The sessions are based on Cognitive Stimulation Therapy, using engaging activities and conversation to keep the brain active, build confidence, and encourage social connection.

Many people find it reassuring to meet others going through similar experiences. You are not alone. 💙

📍 The Bridge, Milford Community Centre, Milford on Sea

📞 Call Elena on 07590 503210
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.memoryworks.org.uk

💬 If you know someone locally who might benefit, please feel free to share this post.

27/03/2026

Have a go and try something different to keep your brain active 🧠

Could a return to more analogue lifestyle help support our brain health?

By analogue, we mean hobbies and pastimes like knitting, sudoku, puzzles, and reading books. These tangible, more intentional activities are being rediscovered by younger people in the new viral trend, as a way to step back from endless scrolling and engage our brains in new ways. Why don't you try it, too?

Our brains are complex and adaptable. Challenging them in different ways throughout life is one small step that may help support long-term brain health and reduce the risk of dementia. That’s the thinking behind our Think Brain Health Picture Puzzle.

If you haven’t tried it yet, now’s a great time to take a few minutes for yourself - and your brain: https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/brain-health-check-in/picture-puzzle/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic-social&utm_campaign=tbh

26/03/2026

Memoryworks Hampshire CIC specialises in early, vital support for people living with dementia, offering Cognitive Stimulation Therapy programmes across the New Forest and surrounding areas.

Our sessions are designed to keep the brain active and engaged through a structured programme of activities and discussions in a supportive environment 💬

We are now looking to launch a new group in Hythe and would love to hear from you.

If you know someone who has recently been diagnosed with dementia, or who is experiencing memory concerns and would benefit from our sessions, please get in touch.

Contact Elena on 07590 503210 or email [email protected]

26/03/2026

Today, Memoryworks Hampshire CIC collaborated with the New Forest Heritage Centre and Verderers of the New Forest.

Members of our dementia community enjoyed a special visit to learn about the important role of the Verderers and the historic Verderers Court. We were delighted to hear from Alison Tilbury, who shared her knowledge and kindly answered questions from the group.

The visit offered a wonderful opportunity to connect, learn, and engage with local heritage in a supportive and welcoming environment. To round off the day, everyone returned to the New Forest Heritage Centre to enjoy tea and cake together ☕🍰

An experience like this highlights the importance of community, inclusion, and lifelong learning for all.

If you would like to find out more about Memoryworks, please contact Elena on 07590 503210 or email [email protected]

17/03/2026

Many people are surprised to learn there's a link between hearing loss and dementia and, as a ‘potentially modifiable’ risk factor for dementia, it is important to remain vigilant about your hearing as you get older. We spoke to Richard McKearney, Audiology Advisor at RNID (the Royal National In...

16/03/2026

A dementia diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but it’s important to know that there is a positive, supportive therapy that is available after diagnosis that can help people continue to stay socially connected, and maintain confidence.

Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) is an enjoyable, evidence-based group therapy that supports memory, thinking, and confidence through engaging activities and conversation in a friendly setting.

If you’d like to learn more about upcoming sessions, talk to Elena who will be happy to help. Ring 07590503210 or email [email protected]

💬 Supporting people to live well with dementia for as long as possible.

13/03/2026