Age UK Plymouth's Dementia Day Centre offers specialist day care for people living with memory loss, cognitive issues, and all stages of dementia. Our experienced team provides a warm, safe, and friendly environment where clients can enjoy meaningful, varied, and personalised activities designed to support their wellbeing and independence.
What we offer:
- Flexible day care options: choose from three-hour sessions (£36) or a full day (09:00-16:00, £65).
- Operates five days a week (Monday to Friday).
- Day respite for carers, giving loved ones peace of mind.
- Free introduction and taster sessions to help ease the transition into our service.
- Personalised support from a caring, adaptable team who get to know each client.
Activities include:
- Painting and crafts
- Puzzles and quizzes
- Singing and dancing
- Performances from theatre groups and musicians
- Indoor sports (table tennis, boules, virtual reality cycling)
- Baking
- Sensory activities in our dedicated sensory room
- Seasonal celebrations
Refreshments are available throughout the day, and our in-house catering team provides home-cooked two-course meals for clients to enjoy together.
Funding and access:
- Local Authority funded places available following a needs assessment.
- Direct Payments accepted.
- For more information on funding, visit Age UK Information & Advice or speak to our friendly team.
Location & transport: The William Venton Day Centre is at 8 Memory Lane, Plymouth PL9 9GH, at the end of The Broadway's Long and Short Term Car Park (no allocated guest parking). Accessible by CITYBUS routes 5, 5A, and 48.
Covid-19 measures: We are fully compliant with the latest Government guidance, with additional processes in place as needed. Full details and risk assessments are available upon request.
Client feedback: Families appreciate our approachable staff, personalised care, and the positive impact on social interaction and wellbeing.
Local Authority funded places are available following a needs assessment, we also take funding using Direct Payments.