The Connection Space Community Interest Company

21/06/2026

When we use music during projects we run, we instantly see the therapeutic value…

For under £20 this looks to be a great chance for other people supporting those living with dementia to also see the benefits as part of everyday life 🎵

Mary Derrick Registered Independent Occupational Therapist

Instant online coursesBelow you will find DSDC’s short instant online courses. These courses are available for you to complete online anytime, at a time that suits you, using pre-recorded content. As with all DSDC content, this training is underpinned by research. Music & Dementia £19.50 One time...

16/06/2026

It is designed to help you feel better prepared to make decisions about paying for social care, whether for yourself or someone else. If you want to appoint someone you trust to make decisions for you about money and care, ask your solicitor for legal advice about Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA).

14/06/2026

We are meeting tomorrow for creative crafts, Monday 15th June, Starkholmes Village Hall, 1.30-3.30. Would you like to connect with others, through person centred activity, developing new connections with self and others, within a therapeutic space?

We aim to support, across generations, people living with memory loss, neurodiversity & mental health challenges…

Mary Derrick Registered Independent Occupational Therapist

08/06/2026

“We’ve done well haven’t we?”
“I really think we have!”
“It makes you feel good doesn’t it?”
“It does indeed.” (Convo captured whilst washing our grubby hands) ☺️

Mary Derrick Registered Independent Occupational Therapist

07/06/2026

‘Doing good feels good.’ We support people living with memory loss and other mental health challenges to volunteer in our local community. Thankyou to all our volunteers!

04/06/2026

Would anyone know of a free space St Johns ambulance could deliver a First Aid course for our staff and volunteers please?

02/06/2026

Today we dropped into the ‘Singing for the brain’ session run by the Alzheimer's Society to share our project opportunities with people living with memory loss in the 💙

01/06/2026

This looks like a good reference point for everyone
Derbyshire County Council

This online resource brings together trusted information about brain health and how we can all take steps to reduce our risk of dementia. It includes both national guidance and local support available in Derby and Derbyshire.

01/06/2026

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30/05/2026

“Turning something we love into a habit fills the important role of regularly reconnecting us to glimmers of joy, awe and wonder. This can offer a welcome perspective when the world feels big and overwhelming”

These words captured me 💚

Ref: Creative First Aid book