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Partners in Dementia are a York based social enterprise who support people affected by dementia with innovative and evidence based services.

Our current services are:

Beetle Bank Social Farm:
Supports people with dementia to engage in helping out on a farm whilst having fun and socialising. Cognitive Rehabilitation:
Helps people with dementia to function at the highest possible level in relation to specific goals and is recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE Guidelines). Breath, Body and Mind:
Sessi

ons to help family care partners learn scientifically proven breathing exercises to help reduce stress and anxiety and help them in their caring role.

04/08/2026

We’re excited to have another stall at York Hospital on 14th August! Pop by our stall (near Ellerby’s Restaurant on the ground floor), we’d love to see you, say hello, and share more about the work we do.💚

30/07/2026

As some of you may have seen, we have recently launched a new and improved website! Huge thanks to Craig Pickles at YorkshireTechy (www.yorkshiretechy.co.uk), for creating it and making it simpler and easier to navigate.

Craig is our volunteer IT Manager and we're incredibly grateful for all his valuable support with all things techy. For the new website, he has created a faster site, that is easier to use, and more supportive.

If you have a minute, check it out 😊. You can find out more about us, our services, and discover helpful free resources. Visit us at partnersindementia.org.

10/07/2026

For the entire month of May, the team at Clucking Oinks launched a special menu item, generously pledging 100% of the proceeds to support the work that we do at Partners in Dementia.

Because of their initiative and the incredible support from every customer who ordered it, we are thrilled to announce that we raised over £950!

These funds will go directly toward supporting unpaid carers and people living with dementia, providing them with the vital resources, respite, and care they deserve.

A huge, heartfelt thank you to the entire Clucking Oinks team for their generosity, creativity, and commitment to making a difference in the lives of unpaid carers and those affected by dementia.

We also want to give a massive shout out to our Director of Fundraising, James Secker, for bringing this initiative to life. We are incredibly proud of what this community collaboration has achieved! 🍔🙌

02/07/2026

What happens when carers are given simple, evidence-based tools to support their own wellbeing?

In March, Partners in Dementia worked with York Carers Centre to deliver a 4-week Breath Body Mind programme for unpaid carers.

Participants reported:

• Improved wellbeing scores (+5.1%)
• Reduced stress scores
• Feeling better able to cope in their caring role
• Greater confidence in managing moments of stress and overwhelm
• Better sleep, relaxation and focus

One participant told us:

"I have something I can use to calm myself down when anxious and overwhelmed."

Another shared that they had learned:

"To pause in moments of high stress, and remember to breathe and stay in my body."

We're delighted that every participant who responded said they would recommend the programme to other unpaid carers.

A huge thank you York Carers Centre for collaborating with us on this programme and to all the carers who took part and shared their experiences.

Together, we're helping carers find moments of calm, resilience and connection in the midst of challenging caring roles.

22/06/2026

Testimonials from attendees highlight how the regular and structured activities at Beetle Bank Social Farm contribute to their wellbeing. Many share that being engaged in meaningful work and being active help them cope with their dementia. To find out more visit partnersindementia.org

12/06/2026

This years focuses on building carer-friendly communities. 1 in 8 people in the UK are unpaid carers, together we can build welcoming spaces for all.

10/06/2026

This week we're celebrating

07/06/2026

As we grow and develop, we’re looking for 3 new Volunteer Directors to join our team. You will have an exciting opportunity to shape the future of Partners in Dementia and be part of creating positive impact in our community.

We are looking for a Director with Lived Experience as an Unpaid Carer, a Director with Lived Experience of Dementia, and a Finance Director.

Whether you have experience and want to share it, or a passion to get involved and want to learn, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information, please visit: https://yorkcvs.org.uk/volunteer_location/partners-in-dementia/

04/06/2026

During Volunteers Week, we want to take a moment to thank our incredible volunteers. As a small growing organisation, our volunteers are an essential part of us reaching more people in the community and ensuring things run smoothly.

From keeping tech running well, to creating policy and processes, gaining vital funding and supporting Partners in Dementia to grow, and of course connecting with the community. We couldn’t do what we do without each one of you, a huge thank you for everything you do.

We're also excited to have recently welcomed a social media volunteer, who we're looking forward to continuing our work with🙂.

25/05/2026

🌿 Just 10 Days Until Our Online Breath Body Mind Course Begins 🌿

A few places are still available for June's online Breath Body Mind Course - and if you’ve been thinking about joining, now's a good time to book.

Breath Body Mind (BBM) is for unpaid carers looking for practical ways to reduce stress, regulate the nervous system, sleep better, feel calmer, and reconnect with themselves in a gentle and supportive environment.

✨ Benefits reported by participants on the latest course:
• "The BBM exercises keep me mentally, physically and spiritually connected and well - which enables me to give what I need to give."
• "I rely upon these techniques in times of strain or restlessness."
• "When anxious, it calms me. When I have insomnia, it aids relaxation."
• "I now approach arising problems in a more relaxed and balanced way."

Over the coming weeks, we’ll explore simple breathing practices, movement, and meditation techniques that can be adapted to your own pace and needs.

Many people feel unsure before starting something new - especially online or in a group setting - and that’s completely normal. BBM is trauma-informed, flexible, and there is never any pressure to do more than feels right for you. You are always welcome to go gently.

One of the things we love most about BBM is seeing people realise that calm isn’t something distant or complicated - sometimes it begins with simply giving yourself one quiet hour to breathe and reconnect.

In the first session, we’ll ease in gradually, introduce the core practices, and create a relaxed, welcoming space where everyone can settle comfortably.

For more info, and to book your free place, please visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-breath-body-mind-sessions-online-tickets-1981564934060

🧘 Zoom | from 10:30am-12pm on Thursday 4th June, Thursday 11th June, Thursday 18th June & Thursday 25th June.
📍 Join from home
⏰ Accessible, gentle, beginner-friendly

Looking forward to welcoming many of you next week.

If you have questions or want to know whether the course is right for you, feel free to message us directly.

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York

Telephone

+447932420726

Website

http://www.partnersindementia.org/

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