Dementia Carers Respite Hosts Hugely Successful Talk on “Introduction to Contented Dementia”
Dementia Carers Respite (DCR) is delighted to announce the success of its recent talk “Introduction to Contented Dementia,” delivered by the esteemed Michael Rowan. The event, part of the Chiltern Dementia Friendly Project, was held at the White Hill Centre in Chesham on the 28th of January. Michael Rowan captivated the audience with his insightful... Continue reading→
4 events in 2 weeks for Dementia Carers Respite Part 2
4 events in 2 weeks for Dementia Carers Respite Part 2 Charity volunteers have fun at events while helping good causes. Close on the heels of Chesham Christmas market, Dementia Carers Respite was present at the Amersham Christmas Festival on the 2nd of December when Cllr Mimi Harker OBE, Cllr Mark Roberts and Mayor Dominic... Continue reading→
Dementia Carers Respite Run for Charity: Run to Give Carers the Gift of Rest
Every step you take gets Dementia Carers Respite (DCR) closer to ensuring family carers of people living with dementia have the break they so deeply deserve. Every finish line you cross is a life you change. Unbelievably in the UK, 45% of people with dementia depend fully on a Family Carer because they do not... Continue reading→
4 events in 2 weeks for Dementia Carers Respite Part 1
On the 22nd and 30th November Dementia Carers Respite (DCR) had a wonderful time participating in the Christmas in Chesham event on the 22nd of November. It was a delight to connect with so many people, many of whom shared touching stories and generously donated to support our cause, despite the chilly weather. We are... Continue reading→
A very successful second Golf Day & Dinner
On the 26th September Dementia Carers Respite held the second Golf Day & Dinner at Harewood Downs. The golf was rained off, but it did not in any way dampened the mood for a lovely evening. The same as last year, the food, service and overall organisation were very good and appreciated by everyone. Speeches... Continue reading→
Local Triathlon raised £1005 for our Charity
Local Triathlon Veronica Green-Jones raised £1005 for Dementia Carers Respite On the 17th of September Veronica presented the cheque of the money she raised to Dementia Carers Respite patron Mr Eric Knowles in a small but select gathering organised by Events Director Parviez Aslam MBE. A superhuman effort at Blenheim Palace, She achieved an unbelievable... Continue reading→
Golf & Dinner – Thursday 26th September
Golf & Dinner 26th September 2024 Following the success of our first golf and dinner day at Harewood downs in October 2023 and by popular request, we will be holding our second such event this year on Thursday the 26th of September. Booking for the 4 Ball Tournament is already 45% up on 2023 and Dinner booking... Continue reading→
Amersham Mayor agreed to join Harewood Downs Golf and Dinner Day
Amersham Mayor Dominic Pinkney and founder of Dementia Carers Respite Walid Marzouk It was a pleasure to meet Dominic at the Volunteer fair and delighted that I could congratulate him on his appointment as Mayor for the wonderful town of Amersham. Dominic was involved with our charity at the very beginning when it was only... Continue reading→
Dame Barbara Windsor, Dementia & Scott Mitchell
Dame Barbara Windsor and Scott Mitchell were married for 27 years, in the latter years when she was living with dementia, Scott became her family carer, that is why he refers to these years as “the good the bad and the ugly “ Above is a photo of the cover of his book which he... Continue reading→
Great triumph for Veronica at Blenheim Palace
Congratulations to Veronica Green-Jones on an excellent triathlon effort, taking place on June 1st and 2nd at Blenheim Palace for Dementia Cares Respite. She achieved an unbelievable 8 triathlons over the 2 days, with a total of 5,300m lake swimming, 146km of cycling and c.45km of running We are delighted and grateful for her support... Continue reading→
