Dementia Action Week will run from 18 to 24 May 2026.
Find out more about Dementia Action Week on the Alzheimer's Society website.
Ageing Well Brighton & Hove provides signposting for people in the early stages of dementia, including those seeking diagnosis, support, or local groups and activities.
All partner-led activities are dementia friendly, and the Hop50+ café in Palmeira Square hosts 2 weekly dementia groups: Pit Stop and Hop Stop.
Find out more by contacting Ageing Well Brighton & Hove.
Information and advice, activities, social groups and services to people age 50 and over in Brighton & Hove.
Alzheimer’s Society offers face‑to‑face and phone support for anyone concerned about memory, living with dementia, or supporting someone who is. They provide information, signposting, and ongoing support, with expert staff who listen, answer questions, and connect people to the help they need.
Find out more by contacting the Alzheimer's Society.
For anyone affected by dementia, we do everything we can to keep people with dementia connected to their lives and the people who matter most.
Brooke Mead is Brighton & Hove City Council’s city‑centre extra care housing scheme, offering accessible homes with on‑site care and tenancy support as needed.
Residents can live independently while enjoying communal spaces, a private garden, and year‑round activities.
Applications are open to people with housing and care needs.
Find out more by contacting the Seniors Housing Customer Services Team.
Contact the team to find out about senior housing.
Brighton & Hove Libraries are accessible and offer:
Find out more about Brighton & Hove libraries by contacting the Libraries Team.
An all‑ages, all‑abilities cycling charity offering inclusive rides across Brighton.
Supporting wellbeing for older adults and people living with dementia, disability, or health challenges, with shared rides along the seafront and green spaces alongside carers, friends, or family.
The charity trains carers, friends, PAs, and family members to cycle pilot rides, using easy‑to‑ride side‑by‑side electric‑assist tandems (pedal or non‑pedal) and specialist trikes.
Book activities directly on the Pedal People website. No-cost donations are very welcome.
Weekly group sessions provide a welcoming, safe space for social interaction whilst building a supportive community. With arts-based activities, flexible to the needs of guests, including music, chat, relaxation, fun and laughter.
The cafe is open for carers for some respite while the session is taking place.
Time: 1 to 3pm.
Location: The Old Boat Community Centre, Carden Hill, Brighton, BN1 8GN.
Cost: Free.
To book:
Join Jane Fordham and Esther Marshall, artists from Fabrica gallery, for a gentle art taster session in support of Dementia Action Week. They run calm and stimulating art sessions catering to our participants' interests in a sociable, relaxing atmosphere.
Time: 2pm to 4pm.
Location: Brooke Mead, Albion St, Brighton and Hove, Brighton, BN2 9PY.
Cost: Free.
To book, send an email to Jane.fordham@fabrica.org.uk. Please write “Brooke Mead Open Session” in the subject heading.
Seated exercise session, with music from the 50s and 60s, in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. The session is suitable for all, including those with dementia and limited mobility.
Location: Tower House Community Centre, London Road, Brighton, BN1 6WT.
Cost: First session is free, then £7 per week.
Booking is essential. To book, phone Home Instead on 01273 284 090.
Arts workshop and carers support, followed by a pay-as-you-feel 3-course lunch.
Hosted by St Luke's Prestonville and delivered by DASHbrighton and The Real Junk Food Project. Open to guests with dementia and their carer.
Time: 11:30am to 12:30pm, followed by a pay-as-you-feel lunch.
Location: St. Luke’s Prestonville, 64 Old Shoreham Road, Brighton, BN1 5DD.
Cost: Suggested donation of £7 per person.
To book, send an email to Lindsay at DASHbrighton@hotmail.com. Spaces are limited.
A welcoming age and dementia friendly space. Enjoy games, puzzles, and a live rolling entertainment programme.
Designed for those with dementia and their loved ones, it’s a space to share stories, enjoy live entertainment, and connect over a cuppa. Whether you’re reminiscing or just enjoying good company, you’ll find a warm welcome here.
Runs bi-monthly on the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Drinks and snacks are included.
Time: 1pm to 3pm.
Location: The Bevy Pub, 50 Hillside, Brighton, BN2 4TF.
Cost: Suggested donation of £2.
Drop-in session, carers welcome. To book:
An informative session looking at positive ways to enjoy your time with people who are living with dementia. Topics include understanding dementia and learning from lived experience.
The session is suitable for volunteers and professionals only.
Time: 7pm to 8:30pm.
Location: Online session with Fran Hamilton, an experienced Occupational Therapist.
Cost: Free.
To book, send an email to volunteers@tttb.org.uk.
Private event for Hop 50+ customers.
A celebration and demonstration for Hop 50+ customers of the Pit Stop and Hop Stop drop-in sessions for people living with dementia.
The event will include:
Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Advisors are offering a friendly drop-in space to share information on dementia, local support, practical advice, and promoting Dementia Friends.
Time: From 10am.
Location: Jubilee Library, Jubilee St, Brighton, BN1 1GE.
Cost: Free.
Drop-in, no need to book. For more information, send an email to brighton-hove@alzheimers.org.uk.
Join Music for Connection for a relaxed and friendly music club. We sing, play music together and share musical memories.
For older adults, including those with memory challenges and dementia.
No experience needed. There is no membership.
Time: 11:30am to 12:30pm.
Location: Brooke Mead Extra Care Scheme, 40 Albion Street, Brighton, BN2 9AJ.
Cost: Free.
Booking is preferred. To book:
Age UK West Sussex Brighton & Hove is hosting a special pop-up at their Brighton Hub as part of Dementia Action Week.
Liz from Alzheimer's Society will be joining them to offer information, guidance, and support for anyone affected by dementia.
Please feel free to drop in, have a chat, and access helpful resources.
Time: 10am to midday.
Location: Ground Floor, 95 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3XE.
Cost: Free.
Drop-in session, no need to book. For more information: