MP Greg Smith Visits Dementia Carers Respite in Hyde Heath
HYDE HEATH 29 May 2026 – Local MP Greg Smith recently visited Dementia Carers Respite in Hyde Heath to learn more about the charity’s work supporting family carers of people living with dementia across the local community. During the visit, Charity Chairman Walid Marzouk introduced the organisation and explained its services, highlighting the growing demand...Continue reading→
Dementia week at Worcester Racecourse for Fergal O’Brien’s Skydive
Dementia week at Worcester Racecourse for Fergal O’Brien’s Skydive A Leap of Courage for Dementia Carers Friday the 22nd was not just the highlight of 2026 Dementia week but I am sure the year as well. We were at Worcester Racecourse for the premier showing of Fergal Obrien Skydive and what a day it was...Continue reading→
Dementia Week Monday 18/5/2026
Dementia Week started at Tesco, and as always, it was a busy and rewarding day at their Amersham Superstore. We had a fantastic day collecting donations, meeting members of the public, and most importantly raising awareness about dementia and the support that is available for individuals and families living with the condition. Throughout the day...Continue reading→
You are cordially invited to a day of golf and an evening of fine food & fun
You are cordially invited to a day of golf and an evening of fine food& fun Thursday, 6th August 2026 Harewood Downs Golf Club, Cokes Lane, Near Amersham, HP8 4TA Following the success of our previous three events, we are pleased to announce our fourth annual Golf Day & Dinner at Harewood Downs. This esteemed...Continue reading→
A Sunny day for Hyde Heath Village Fete and Classic car show
As much as we love our home base, we’re always keen to spread our wings beyond Chesham and Amersham. This month, we attended the Hyde Heath Village Fete on Saturday 9th May, and we’re planning to be at Hazlemere, Aylesbury, and The Chalfont's if time allows. We had a wonderful team of 12 volunteers taking...Continue reading→
Help Fergal O’Brien Raise £5,000 Skydiving for Dementia Family Carers respite care
“I just want to help” That’s what Fergal said after listening to Dementia Family Carers and gaining a deeper understanding of the huge challenges they face and the vital difference our charity makes . Now, Fergal O’Brien, a top racehorse trainer from Cheltenham is turning those words into action by taking on a skydive to...Continue reading→
From caring for my dad to supporting other families
As the 2026 Grand National approaches, last year’s winning horse, Nick Rockett, carries a quiet connection to our charity, Dementia Carers Respite. Nick Rockett belongs to Stewart Andrew, who supports our charity because of his own experience of caring. He and his sister cared for their father, who was living with Lewy Body dementia. “At...Continue reading→
When charities and businesses come together, lives are changed
As we approach the end of our Charity of the Year partnership with The Chiltern & Shelburne Hospitals, Dementia Carers Respite Chair Walid Marzouk and Trustee Tim Garnham felt that a visit—and a heartfelt thank you—was truly appropriate. It was also an opportunity for presenting a Certificate of Appreciation. Over the past 12 months, we...Continue reading→
Fergal O’Brien Racing has chosen Dementia Carers Respite as their Charity Of The Year
One in three people born today will develop dementia in their lifetime. Across the UK, almost one million people are currently living with dementia — a number expected to rise to 1.4 million by 2040. That means around six million family members will be directly impacted by this cruel disease, which affects not only memory...Continue reading→
4th Dementia Awareness meeting goes online
Our fourth Dementia Awareness meeting was conducted online, following the success of our third session at Chiltern Hospital. The virtual event, held on November 18th 2025, was coordinated by Committee member Councillor Rob Gill with substantial support from Trustee Pete Healy. Dementia Specialist Sally Blackden delivered an insightful presentation, addressing topics such as recognising early...Continue reading→
