The Connection Space Community Interest Company

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

25/05/2026

Safe in the shelter of large old trees, together we meandered, we noticed, and we shared a few poems… then went for a cuppa ‘n’ cake 😊

Mary Derrick Registered Independent Occupational Therapist

22/05/2026

A nice bit of supporting evidence to underpin our projects at The Connection Space CIC 💪🏽

Movin’ stagram

21/04/2026

Facilitating therapeutic activity well leads to the person showing and expressing feelings of calmness, happiness and satisfaction…. The person will be engaged, motivated, interested and connected 💞

A joy to see all of the above yesterday at our monthly creative craft session, facilitated by therapists, seeking to support people living with memory loss and other mental health challenges.

Spaces available, just message The Connection Space CIC.

Mary Derrick Registered Independent Occupational Therapist

20/04/2026

Pop in today. 1.30-3.30?…Crafting and Creating at our new venue Starkholmes Village Hall, for people with memory loss and other mental health challenges, facilitated by Occupational Therapist and Counsellor 🪡🎨🧩

29/03/2026

06/03/2026

Have you heard about our keep safe cards? You can use them to get help at one of our Safe Places. A Safe Place is somewhere you can go if you need help, are lost or feel scared when out and about. They include libraries, shops, restaurants, pharmacies, visitor attractions, GP surgeries and more. Keep safe cards are available for Derbyshire residents over the age of 11. Find out more here: www.derbyshire.gov.uk/safeplaces or watch our video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gF4lGNduooA