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29/10/2026

A well-deserved honour for Dave Budd! ⭐️

Our Project Lead, Brian, was delighted to be at Middlesbrough Town Hall tonight to witness Dave Budd receive the Honorary Freedom of the Borough of Middlesbrough — the highest civic honour the borough can bestow and only the 19th person to receive this honour since 1974.

At Dementia Action Teesside, we have seen first-hand the difference Dave has made to our work to create a more Dementia Friendly Middlesbrough 💙

Since 2016, when we were invited to lead the initiative, Dave’s commitment, leadership and genuine passion for inclusion has been instrumental in helping Middlesbrough achieve recognition as a Dementia Friendly Community.

From undertaking Dementia Friends sessions and encouraging council-wide involvement, to supporting dementia-friendly theatre and cinema experiences, Dave has consistently gone beyond simply offering his support. He has given his time, listened to people living with dementia and their families, and helped make Middlesbrough a more understanding and inclusive place to live.💙

His contribution has helped create lasting change as we celebrate the 10th year of Dementia Friendly Middlesbrough.

He has helped to break down barriers and ensure people affected by dementia feel valued, respected and part of their community.👏

We are incredibly grateful for his support and proud to have worked alongside him. This prestigious honour recognises not only his leadership, but also the compassion and dedication he has shown to the people of Middlesbrough.

Congratulations, Dave— a truly deserved recognition of your outstanding contribution to our town and its people. 💙

Cllr Luke Henman- Passionate about Acklam Chris Cooke - Mayor of Middlesbrough Middlesbrough Council BBC Tees Middlesbrough Erimus Rotary

29/10/2026

📣 Dementia Carers – Your Voice Matters!

Dementia Action Teesside is proud to be a member of the South Tees Carers Forum, helping to shape the support available to unpaid carers in the area.

We believe it is vital that dementia carers also have a voice and meaningful input into the services, support and decisions that affect them.

Caring for someone living with dementia can bring unique challenges, and it is essential that carers have opportunities to share their experiences, highlight what matters to them and help shape the support available.

If you are an unpaid carer in Middlesbrough or Redcar & Cleveland - How would you like to be involved in shaping services and support?

Your experiences, views and ideas matter, so the right opportunity needs to be created for your voice to be heard.

👉 Complete the survey and help make your voice count:
https://tinyurl.com/2md65w55

Together, we can work towards a future where dementia carers are listened to, valued and involved in the decisions that affect their lives.

Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council Middlesbrough Council Healthwatch Middlesbrough Healthwatch Redcar & Cleveland

27/10/2026

CALLING ALL PINK LADIES & T-BIRDS! 📣

🎶 “Tell me more, tell me more…” 🎶

Get ready to slick back your hair, grab your leather jackets, pull on your pink outfits and join us for a Dementia-Friendly Screening of GREASE! 📽

📅 Tuesday 3 November
🎬 Come along to Roxy Movies Middlesbrough for a fabulous trip back to 1950s Rydell High with the iconic 1978 classic, Grease! 🎙

Get dressed up, sing along and enjoy all those unforgettable classics! From Summer Nights to You’re the One That I Want, it’s the perfect opportunity to relive the magic and have some fun.

These dementia-friendly screenings offer a welcoming, relaxed environment where everyone can enjoy the magic of cinema.

🎟️ TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE!
You can purchase your £5 tickets online or by visiting Roxy Movies in person.

♿ Need wheelchair space? We recommend booking early to help ensure space is available.

🎫 Can’t book in advance? Don’t worry! You can also turn up on the day and purchase a ticket.

So, Pink Ladies and T-Birds, it’s time to dust off those dancing shoes, warm up those singing voices and get ready to go back to school at Rydell High! 🩷

26/10/2026

A huge thank you to the The Live Well Centre for hosting another dementia information session for Middlesbrough Council staff.

📢 There’s just ONE session left this year, taking place on 14th December!
This session is open to anyone working for Middlesbrough Council, in any department.

🧠 Why is dementia awareness so important?

Dementia touches the lives of so many people across Middlesbrough, including residents, colleagues, family members and friends. Whatever our role within the council, we may come into contact with someone living with dementia or supporting a loved one.

By improving our understanding, we can help create a more dementia-friendly Middlesbrough, where people living with dementia feel understood, respected, included and supported.

📧 Would you like to attend the December session?

If you work for Middlesbrough Council and would like to attend, please email us at [email protected] to express your interest and find out more.

Thank you to those who attended today .
Let’s continue working together to build a more dementia-aware and inclusive Middlesbrough! 💙

Middlesbrough Council Chris Cooke - Mayor of Middlesbrough

25/10/2026

🕰️ THE CLOCKS HAVE GONE BACK — for people living with dementia this can mean more than darker evenings.

The change in daylight and disrupted routines can worsen sundowning, causing increased confusion, anxiety and agitation in the late afternoon and evening.

💙 How can we help?
💡 Turn lights on before it gets dark.
🌞 Encourage daylight and fresh air during the day.
⏰ Keep routines consistent.
🎶 Play familiar music and create a calm environment.
🫂Offer reassurance, patience and understanding.

Remember, the person isn’t giving you a hard time — they’re having a hard time.

Read more about sundowning here 👇
https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/about-dementia/stages-and-symptoms/dementia-symptoms/sundowning

A little patience, kindness and understanding can make a world of difference. 💙

24/10/2026

💙 Young Onset Dementia Awareness Day 💙

One of the most important things we do at Dementia Action Teesside is raise awareness and challenge the myths and misconceptions that still exist around dementia.

🧠 Two of the most common myths are:
❌ Dementia only affects older people.
❌ Dementia only causes short-term memory loss.

Both are FALSE! 🚫

Today, on Young Onset Dementia Awareness Day, we’re shining a light on the fact that dementia can affect people under the age of 65, and its symptoms can go far beyond memory loss.

🎥 Watch our video to discover some of the common symptoms of young onset dementia and help us spread awareness.

🧠 Remember: If you’re concerned about changes in your memory, thinking, behaviour or other aspects of your brain health, no matter your age, don’t ignore them. Speak to your GP to discuss your concerns- it may not be dementia - similar symptoms can be from stress, menopause or urinary infections.

Let’s break down the myths, increase understanding and help more people recognise the signs of dementia.

💙 Together, we can make a difference!

24/10/2026

Young Onset Dementia Awareness Day 2026📣

When you picture someone living with dementia, who comes to mind? For many people, it’s rarely someone younger.

Yet an estimated over 70,000 people in the UK are living with dementia under the age of 65, and the true number is thought to be much higher.

🧠 Dementia doesn’t just affect older people.

Living with young onset dementia can bring unique challenges. People may still be working, raising children, caring for loved ones and managing busy family lives when they receive their diagnosis. They may face difficulties with employment, relationships, finances and accessing the right support.

It’s vital that we recognise that dementia can affect people at any age and that everyone living with dementia deserves to be seen, heard, understood and supported.

Today, on Young Onset Dementia Awareness Day, we want to raise awareness, challenge misconceptions and shine a light on the experiences of younger people living with dementia and their families.

Know someone affected by young onset dementia? They don’t have to face it alone. The Young Dementia Network offers information, support and opportunities to connect with others who understand.

🔗 Find out more: https://www.youngdementianetwork.org/

Let’s spread awareness, break down stigma and make sure no one feels invisible because of their age or diagnosis. 💙

Young Dementia Network

23/10/2026

💃🕺 Another fabulous dance this week at the Acklam Green Centre 💙 🎶

Did you know that creativity, including dancing, plays an important role in our well-being?

Dancing brings people together, builds connections and creates moments of joy.

For families and couples affected by dementia, it can be a wonderful way to reconnect with their shared identity as partners, sisters or parents enjoy being together and, even if just for a little while, take a break from the caring role.

✨ We think that’s one of the reasons we love this song so much! ✨

There’s nothing quite like the power of music, a little rhythm and a whole lot of smiles to lift the spirits. Just look at those happy feet!

Here’s to more dancing, more laughter and more precious moments together. 💙

Middlesbrough Council

22/10/2026

COMMUNITY TOUCHPOINT TOMORROW 📣

Our Community Touchpoint is open to patients, visitors, staff and anyone in the community who is affected by dementia, or caring for a loved one.

🤝 Representatives from community support services will be available to answer your questions, share information and help you understand what support is available locally for people living with dementia and those who care for them.

Whether you have recently received a diagnosis, are worried about someone close to you, are supporting a family member, or simply want to find out more about the help available, you are very welcome! 💙

Nobody should have to navigate dementia alone. Raising awareness, sharing information and connecting people with the right support can make a real difference. 💙

📍 WHERE: Next to Costa, in the mall (Yellow route) at James Cook University Hospital
📅 WHEN: Tomorrow – 10.00am-3.00pm

Please share this post to help spread the word and make sure anyone who may benefit from information or support knows we’re here. 💙

We Care You Care Carers Together South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust James Cook NHS Hospital Middlesbrough Council Vicky Healthwatch South Tees

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