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# The Debenham Project

Dementia - Caring for the Carers

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- [Home](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/) - The Debenham Project The Debenham Project
- [Minutes of Steering Committee & Trustee Meetings](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/minutes-of-steering-committee-meetings-2/)
- [Trustees and Steering Committee](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/trustees-and-steering-committee/) - Trustees The Trustees are legally charged with faithfully managing the Debenham Project in meeting the needs of the community by tackling the problems presented by dementia and an ageing population. Latest Trustee Report Latest Trustee Accounts Steering Committee The Steering Group advises and makes the practical arrangements so that support is ‘delivered’ to those who
- [Other activities and events](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/what-we-do/other-activities-and-events/) - JukeBox Party Click on an image to enlarge and click right or left to move through the gallery 60’s Party Click on an image to enlarge and click right or left to move through the gallery Garden Party Special events can really brighten up people’s lives A highlight of the year and once again blessed
- [How You Can Help](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/how-you-can-help/) - As you will have seen on our Volunteers page, we could not function without the vast amount of support they give. If you are someone who would like to help by giving an hour or two of your time please contact Lynden Jackson on 01728 862003 or contact us using the form on our Contact
- [Diary and News](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/diary/) - Regular Activities Care to Dance A twice-monthly meeting at Worlingworth Community Centre led by Dance East. See our Care to Dance page for further details Click to download a list of dates for the coming months Lunch Club There is a regular Lunch Club, Exercise Club and Carers' Club and Info Cafe each month. We
- [Archived Parish Magazine Articles](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/parish-magazine-articles/) - 2026 February, March, April, May, June, July 2025 February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December 2024 February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December 2023 March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November 2022February March April, May June July August September, October, November, December 2021January February March, April, May, June, July, AugustSeptember October, December 2020February, March April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November December 2019January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November, December 2018January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December 2017January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December 2016January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December 2015January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December 2014January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December 2013January; February; March; April; May; June; July; August; September; October; November; December 2012January; February; March; April; May; June; July; August; September; October; November; December 2011January; February; March; April; May; June; July; August; September; October; November; December 2010January; February; March; April; May; June; July; August; September; October; November; December
- [News](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/news/) - Latest Article from Debenham Parish Magazine Well, “Blooming June” certainly lived up to its name – a bit of a hiccup to start with, but the rain was so welcome for farmers and gardeners alike. However, “Mr. Blue Sky” (Electric Light Orchestra 1977) is now all about us and “The Sun has got his hat
- [260624 Meeting Papers](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/260624-meeting-papers/) - Agenda Minutes of last meeting Care to Dance Carers Club Fit Club Lunch Club Post Diagnostic Project Respite Care Songs for Sharing Transport Service Website Home Support Report Jukebox Party TLC Report
- [Care to Dance](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/care-to-dance/) - The amazing work at DanceEast has joined forces with The Debenham Project! View the dates for the next few months' sessions Dance East’s ‘Care to Dance’ programme has been designed to be delivered in community Dementia Care settings, that deliver dementia specific activity for family carers, carers and those living with Dementia. Creative dance is
- [TLC](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/news-diary/peer-group-support/) - Talking, Listening, Caring This group is led by two of our past family carers who know how helpful it isfor carers to talk with each other about the challenges of being a family carer.It is an opportunity to share problems and experiences, to seek advice withmanaging the stress and exhaustion, to share tips about coping,
- [Exercise Club](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/what-we-do/fit-club/) - Exercise Therapy This is about making life easier for all who may be “getting on in years” and, perhaps, just “a bit stiff in the joints” or “a bit out of puff”. What a difference can be made with some simple exercises that we can do whilst sitting in a chair – removing stress, reducing
- [Carers Club and Info Café](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/what-we-do/carers-club/) - The Carers' Club This is specially designed for carers to enjoy a regular afternoon of interesting and fun activities (plus tea and cakes!) The club is also an opportunity to make, and maintain, contact with a professional outreach worker. You can share your concerns and they can offer advice and support. Info Café The café
- [Safeguarding Training](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/safeguarding-training/)
- [Transport](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/transport-2/) - Worries about how to get to a GP, hospital, dental, or other medically related appointment are a great concern for elderly or frail people who cannot (or should not) drive themselves, may not be able to call on a relative or friend to take them, and can’t depend upon public transport. The Project has created
- [Carers](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/carers/) - and those they care for In a community such as ours, it is all about everyone getting together to make things better. So, some of us could do with a bit of help, understanding, and support whilst others want to give a bit of help, understanding, and support – how we care for each other
- [Trust Policies and Other Documents](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/trust-policies-and-other-documents/) - Trust Policies Referrals Policy Relations with the Media Policy Protection of Vulnerable Adults Policy Resilience Policy Equal Opportunities Policy Policy on Intellectual Property Eligibility for Services Policy Policy on Complaints and Other Legal Matters Data Protection Policy Policy on Accounting and Expenses Safeguarding Policy Other Documents Latest Trustee Report Latest Trustee Accounts Trust Constitution Charity
- [Lunch clubs](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/what-we-do/lunch-clubs/) - Luncheon clubs inclusive of all the elderly and their carers but with a clear remit to support the carers of those with dementia, and an emphasis on maintaining social contact in the community. Catering for, generally, between eight and twelve guests, plus volunteers, it is an opportunity to develop and enjoy friendships as a group
- [Risk Assessments](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/risk-assessments/) - Care to Dance Risk Assessment Worlingworth Village Hall Risk Assessment Dementia Roadshow Risk Assessment
- [Poster  Panel](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/poster-panel-2/)
- [Governance](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/governance/) - Trustees and Steering Committee Trust Policies Steering Committee Minutes Trustee Reports
- [Trust Policies](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/trust-policies/)
- [Poster Panel](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/poster-panel/)
- [Other Useful Contacts](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/other-useful-contacts/)
- [Carers' Directory of Services and Support](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/carers-directory-of-services-and-support/) - We have produced this booklet as a summary of all the support available in our region for those with dementia and those that care fore them. It is a large file so may take some time to load. We hope you will feel it useful. Click on the booklet to download it
- [Research Archives](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/research-archives/) - The Debenham ProjectA case study of a unique community-led and owned project dedicated to the support ofcarers of those that have symptoms of dementia and those they care for.Report The Memory Loss Journey for Cared-For and CarerFinal ReportSupplementary ReportPaper in the Journal for Dementia Care Evaluating Health and Social Care ProvisionFinal Report A Vision for
- [Relaxation](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/relaxation/) - A short course on relaxing the Debenham Way (Based on a collaboration with Margaret Samain and the advice of Headway and the NHS) Guides and Recordings It is best to familiarise yourself with 'Abdominal Breathing' and 'Calming Breaths' using the exhalation first, to become comfortable with these, before proceeding with the other exercises. There are
- [Exercise](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/exercise/) - We all know that we should do at least a little regular exercise. However, when we, and especially our older and less mobile neighbours, may be spending much more of our time in our own homes, this becomes more difficult. Why not join in with our Exercise Club on line? This is about making life
- [Trustees Reports](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/trustees-reports/) - 2022 Trustees Report 2022 Trustees Accounts 2022 2021 Trustees Accounts 2021 2020 Trustees Accounts 2020 2019 Trustees Accounts 2019 2018 Trustees Accounts 2018 2017 Trustees Accounts 2017 2016 Trustees Accounts 2016 2015 Trustees Report 2015 2014 Trustees Report 2014 2013 Trustees Report 2013 2012 Trustees Report 2012 2011 Trustees Report 2011 2010 Trustees Accounts 2010
- [Songs for Sharing](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/songs-for-sharing/) - Therapy for dementia comes in many forms but music leads the way – the songs of our teenage years, our 20’s, our 30’s, and our 40’s open our hearts. We can remember them as if it were only yesterday. Music for memories and friendship. Well-known local musicians to entertain you and lead sing-a-long. “Takes you
- [Post Diagnosis Support](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/post-diagnosis-support/) - Consulting a GP about symptoms of memory loss or changes in behaviour, of yourself, or of someone for whom you are caring requires great courage. The fear that they might be associated with dementia can be overwhelming. And, should that lead to a positive diagnosis of one of the many forms of the illness, coping
- [1940's Dance Spectacular](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/1940s-dance-spectacular/) - On Saturday 4th April 2010 , Debenham Project volunteers Joy Walton, Tony Mowles ,Kate, Emily, Lucy and Steve Robbins, offered an afternoon of 1940’s themed entertainment .It was great fun !Fiona Harrison ‘a voice in a million’ gave inspired performances and led everyone in an enthusiastic finale , which brought ‘last night at the Proms’
- [Music](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/music/) - The Power of Musicfor people living with dementia and those who care for them Music is a wonderful connector and has the ability to bring people together in the here and now. It can enliven, stimulate and enable people living with dementia to express themselves creatively through musical engagement.Research shows that music can help reduce
- [Thank you](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/thank-you/) - Thank you for you donation via Just Giving. It will help us to continue supporting carers and those for whom they care.
- [Archives](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/archives/) - All archived articles and information can be found by following this link. A new window will open. This page will be updated to include all archives in due course
- [Information and advice](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/what-we-do/information-and-advice/) - We provide prominent and easy access to quality information and support including displays of up-to-date information leaflets, booklets and available activities/services. Through this website we provide extensive and accredited information, and a personal service to guide carers in their requests for information and in making contact with support agencies. The 5th edition of our Information
- [Collaboration and Research](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/collaboration-and-research/) - An Evaluation of the Health, Social and Well-Being Care for the Elderly in Debenham Just before Covid arrived on our doorsteps The Debenham Project with the support of the Parish Council commissioned, and collaborated with the University of Suffolk to carry out an initial research study exploring the availability, provision and quality of Health, Social, and
- [Where next?](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/where-next/) - At our first public meeting in April 2009 it was made clear that we should not limit our aims – that we should not be afraid to “have a dream” in which: No one should have to leave their friends, family and neighbours in order to be cared for with love and dignity – “7,
- [Background](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/background/) - On 23rd April 2009 a public meeting took place which was pivotal in the way that Debenham and its surrounding villages are addressing the challenges of their ageing population. It has led to a unique project in which our community has taken responsibility for the welfare and support of those who are family carers looking
- [On-line resources](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/on-line-resources/) - Our On-Line Package Over the past few months we have been creating our on-line package of on-line resources to help and support anyone who may be feeling low and could do with a pick-me-up. Without thinking about it we are all looking for something that will lift our mood, something that can make a difference
- [Volunteers](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/volunteers/) - The support and goodwill freely given by individuals in our community has been truly amazing. At that first meeting over 20 people offered their time – “just tell us what to do and we will get on with it”. Now, there are 120 “on the books”, over 65 who help regularly, about 40 help on
- [What we do](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/what-we-do/) - Our aim is to provide support and information for those in the local area who are living with the impact of dementia on their lives. This website provides part of the means of delivering that aim. If you feel there is anything missing that we should include please tell us via the Contact Us page.
- [Sights, Sounds and Songs of Nature](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/nature/) - There is joy in just being in our local countryside, listening to the songs of nature, and being connected to nature in all its glory and simplicity. Who doesn't love to hear our local countryside birdsong - the blackbird, the thrush, the lark and the robin, the chiff-chaff, the turtle dove, the cuckoo, and the
- [Contact us](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/contact-us/) - You can contact us by telephone on 01728 862003 or using the form below.
- [A Stroll in a Japanese Garden](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/a-stroll-in-a-japanese-garden/) - The link below takes you to an external website, Brooklyn Botanic Gardens. When the page opens, click on the video and it will start to play. Click on this icon to play the video in full screen mode A Stroll in a Japanese Garden
- [Full Exercise Club Video](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/full-exercise-club-video/) - This video shows a complete exercise club session. It is 27minutes long! If the video does not start automatically click anywhere in the black area.
- [Debenham Lake Mid Summer](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/debenham-lake-mid-summer/)
- [Harvest Mouse](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/harvest-mouse-2/)
- [Bird Song Opera](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/bird-song-opera/)
- [4:45 and the Dawn Chorus](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/445-and-the-dawn-chorus/) - A Mike Challis Video
- [Debenham Lake Early Spring](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/debenham-lake-early-spring/)
- [Kingfishers](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/kingfishers/)
- [Near the River Alde](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/near-the-river-alde/)
- [Mickfield Meadow](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/mickfield-meadow/)
- [River Alde at Snape Maltings](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/river-alde-at-snape-maltings/) - One of our Debenham residents, Mike Challis, worked on this video for Bitten Pears Arts Click on the Play icon in the middle of the picture to start the video
- [Happy Joints](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/happy-joints/)
- [Professional co-workers](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/professional-co-workers/) - All our services start with our volunteers, but they cannot replace professionals when it comes to the detailed knowledge, advice, consultation, counselling, assessment, and so on that are necessary. Everything we do draws in the skills and experience of professionals to give the best quality of care locally. Our project is developing a new way
- [Those Who Help Us](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/those-who-help-us/)
- [Boogie Nights](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/boogie-nights/)
- [Upper Body](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/upper-body/)
- [Tap Those Toes](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/tap-those-toes/)
- [Upper Body - Stretch and Tone](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/upper-body-stretch-and-tone/)
- [Total Tone](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/total-tone/)
- [Mobilisation](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/mobilisation/)
- [Mama Mia](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/mama-mia/)
- [Let's Swing](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/lets-swing/)
- [Funders](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/funders/) - All voluntary organisations need money in order to achieve their aims and most are limited by their struggle to find those funds. However, The Debenham Project has been very fortunate in receiving the support of the Mid Suffolk Local Strategic Partnership – managed by Mid Suffolk District Council. They threw their weight behind the project
- [Community transport](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/what-we-do/community-transport/) - A transport service for those who have difficulty in attending medical (GP, hospital, dental, physio, etc.) appointments. A local volunteer driver will pick you up and take you direct from your home to your destination, wait with you, and return you home. To cover the volunteer's expenses a donation is requested equivalent to the standard
- [Partners](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/partners/)
- [Carer's coop](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/news-diary/carers-coop/)
- [Leaflets](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/what-we-do/leaflets/)
- [News / Diary](https://the-debenham-project.org.uk/news-diary/)

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