The Coventry Dementia Partnership Hub is an initiative to provide more comprehensive support to people living well with dementia and their carers.
The hub offers a range of different activities, information and advice sessions, traditional day services and outreach along with a Dementia Friendly Café and social space.
Currently, the following organisations form part of the steering group [https://www.coventry.gov.uk/coventry-dementia-partnership-hub-1/coventry-dementia-partnership-hub-steering-group] overseeing the hub are:
- Admiral Nurses
- Age UK
- Alzheimer’s Society including Dementia Connect advisors
- Carers
- Carer’s Trust
- Lions Club of Coventry Godiva
- Coventry City Council (Adult Social Care)
- Coventry Police Partnership Team
- Dementia Champions
- Memory Assessment and Community Dementia Service
- Volunteers
- West Midlands Fire Service
Coventry Dementia Partnership Hub the go-to place for people living with Dementia and their carers
A dementia diagnosis can be a shock, but it's the first step towards getting the information, help and support that's needed to manage their symptoms. If dementia is found early, its progress can be slowed down in some cases, so the person may be able to maintain their mental function for longer.
This is why it's important to talk to a GP sooner rather than later if you're worried about memory problems or other symptoms. You may like to suggest you go with your friend or relative to see a GP so you can support them. You'll also be able to help them recall what has been discussed.
In Coventry, there is a bespoke Coventry Dementia Partnership Hub, (or ”Hub” for short) for help, support and guidance. It is located on Everdon Road, Holbrook, Coventry CV6 4FB.
The Coventry Dementia Partnership hub is the go-to place for people living with Dementia and their carers.
It offers lots of support like:
- their dementia-friendly Forget-Me-Not cafe offers a relaxing and safe social space and is open Monday to Friday, 08.30am to 2.30pm for people to purchase hot and cold refreshments, seek advice at the scheduled drop-in advice sessions as advertised and/or meet others
- the Dementia Day Service opens on Thursdays and Fridays only, 10am - 2pm. It’s a safe place to spend the day engaging in your chosen activities, socialising with others and a place where you can get a hot meal.
- they have community outreach support Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm, offering 1-to1 support with a person-centred approach to your indoor and outdoor activities for up to 2 hours per day. This might be going for a walk, playing dominoes, or simply having a good old natter
For immediate information on dementia and support, visit Coventry Dementia Partnership Hub [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/cdph].
We want to ensure that everyone can access support and services at the Dementia hub. To help make sure that the hub is tackling the needs of diverse communities, a Culturally Inclusive Subgroup has been set up headed by Lion Shashi Prasad.
It is primarily focused on addressing the barriers preventing people from diverse communities accessing support and services at the Dementia hub.
You are welcome to support the hub in meeting the needs of people from ethnic minority communities. We are particularly keen to hear from people who can speak a second language like Punjabi, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu, Bengali or Swahili, and/or from a diverse background such as the South Asian, Somalian, Kenyan, Tanzanian or Zanzibar communities.
If you are interested in supporting/get involved in our work, please contact CDPH@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:CDPH@coventry.gov.uk].
Adult Social Care Direct
Speech impairment, deaf or hard of hearing? You can call using Next Generation Text (also known as Text Relay and TypeTalk): Call 18001 024 7683 3003
Address: Coventry City CouncilPO Box 7097
Coventry
CV6 9SL
Room hire costs
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Room |
Capacity |
Full Day |
Half Day |
Hourly Rate |
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Dave Willets Room Multi Purpose Room |
30 |
£57.50 |
£34.50 |
£11.50 |
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Betty Hunter Room Meeting Room |
15 |
£29.50 |
£18.00 |
£6.50 |
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Bill Wilson Room Comfort Room |
5 |
£9.50 |
£6.50 |
£6.50 |
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Carol Jennings Room Consultation Room |
5 |
£9.50 |
£6.50 |
£6.50 |
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Day Care Rooms (Monday to Wednesday) Triple Room comprises of: Room 1, Middle Room 2 and Conservatory |
30 |
£57.50 |
£34.50 |
£11.50 |
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Partnership Room |
15 |
£29.50 |
£18.00 |
£6.50 |
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To book a room, please contact the Coventry Dementia Partnership Hub.
Coventry Dementia Partnership Hub
Address: Everdon Road,Holbrooks,
Coventry
CV6 4FB
The Dementia Hub - how it all started
Originally published in Dementia Voice newsletter (for Alzheimer's Society and 3NDWG).
Top Row: Tina (facilitator); Jan; Ken M Middle row: Ken H; David; John T Bottom row: Sharon (facilitator); Tommy
I think we would all agree that Covid was problematic and was an awful time for many, but some good things did come out of it. One being that the Coventry and Warwickshire local dementia voice group (FOD) rose to the technology challenge of continuing to meet over Zoom, and the other being the conception of…a dementia hub in Coventry.
During Covid, Coventry City Council found itself with Maymorn (one of its dementia day centres) not operating to full capacity. This prompted an opportunity to rethink Maymorn as a dementia resource and look at to whom it should be extending and how. The social isolation created because of the pandemic highlighted more than ever the need for a social space for people living with dementia.
“Social interaction is where people with dementia come alive… come out of the dark hole… feel more human”
Tommy – FOD group member
At the beginning of 2021 permission was sought to formally engage with various groups and organisations. One of these groups was our FOD, and we were approached by April Ross, Services Manager at Coventry City Council, and Debbie Farrell, Manager at Maymorn, to co-produce the vision for the hub.
Our group first met April Ross in January 2021 over Zoom and they did not need any persuading that the hub was a good idea!
“Most of us are in a state of panic in case it doesn’t materialise. Can’t realise the importance of it”
Ken H – FOD group member
Then in March 2021 our group members took part in two virtual meetings with graphics capture.
The first was a Stakeholder Workshop with representatives from all the interested organisations and groups, such as: Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust; Old Age Psychiatry; Alzheimer’s Society; Age UK; Carers’ Trust; Healthwatch; GPs; Public Health; Arden Memory Services; Occupational Therapy; Fire Service; Neighbourhood Watch and many more.
The aim of the workshop was to work out what the hub should look like, and ideas discussed included: social groups, café/social space, library of strategies, arts and crafts. Three of our group, namely: David; John T; Ken H, attended and opened and closed the workshop as well as talking about their own experiences.
The second meeting was an Engagement Workshop to understand our FOD group’s vision for the hub, all of which was captured in this graphic:
“Despite the restrictions placed on them due to Covid it did not stop the scale of ideas coming from the group”
Coventry City Council website February 2022
By the middle of 2022 the hub had been given the go-ahead. Funding had been granted for 12 months from the Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board to create new posts and to facilitate a dementia friendly café/social space.
April said: "The focus group (FOD) have been invaluable in co-designing the vision and pushing the agenda for this to be achieved”.
She and Debbie came along to one of our FOD meetings, which were by then back to face-to-face, and gave an update.
Back row: Ken H, John T Front row: David, John L, Ken M, Moira
There was a mutual keenness for our group members to continue to be involved in the build-up to the launch of the hub and beyond. For example:
- Acting as dementia champions on the hub’s steering group as well as joining sub-groups to develop the details of the hub (already underway).
- being involved in recruitment and staff induction.
- having roles once the hub is up and running. One of these roles could be Post diagnosis buddying – as group members feel strongly that people should be able to have the opportunity straight after being diagnosed to have a person living with dementia to talk to (if they feel it might help).
The Hub opened on 24 July 2023.
Events at the Coventry Dementia Partnership Hub
Dementia Advisor support
Our dementia advisor drop-in sessions are here for you to talk an an advisor if you are worried about your memory, you have a diagnosis of dementia or you are caring for someone with dementia. We offer tailored advice and information about memory concerns and dementia.
This can include
- advice and guidance if you have memory concerns and/or memory ASSIST
- help with a diagnosis
- dementia advice and information
- carer support
- independent living
- community and social support
- assessing short-term and long term support
- a referral into dementia support
Drop-in sessions:
- Wednesday 26 November 2026, 10:30am to midday
- Wednesday 17 December 2026, 10:30am to midday
Admiral Nurses
Our Admiral nurses team will be attending the Coventry dementia partnership hub to offer expert advice and support on dementia.
We invite you to join us on any of the scheduled dates for an informative and supportive conversation.
Admiral drop-in clinic dates and times:
- Wednesday 2 December, 10:30am to 12:30pm
Activities hub with Fiona
The activities hub is a group where people with dementia can come together to take part in various activities like quizzes, work wheel, musical bingo, games, arts and crafts. Families/ carers are welcome to stay for the session.
Group runs on every 3rd Tuesday of every month.
- 17 November
- 15 December
Cuppa and chat with Dave Atkins
A place where like-minded people can fellowship together and look no different.
Our dream of a Dementia Hub is now our reality.
My name is David Adkins. I have early-onset dementia. Come and have a cuppa and a chat.
I am here every Wednesday and Thursday from 10.30am until 1pm.
Foleshill Fire Station
The fire crew from Foleshill will be at The Hub to answer questions about fire safety, making an escape plan and staying safe at home. We can also arrange for a free home safety check where firefighters will attend the person's home and give bespoke advice based on their circumstances. At these visits, we will check smoke alarms and provide new ones (free of charge) where required. If needed we can also provide alarms for people with a hearing impairment, fire resistant throws, fire resistant bedding and other fire safety equipment.
Upcoming dates
To be confirmed.
Coventry Telecare service
Diane Matthews - Clinical Telecare Advisor will hold sessions on the following dates midday to 1pm.
Upcoming dates
To be confirmed.
Ruth Chauhan MSc (Healthcare Ethics & Law) FRSPH Director/Dementia, Health and Wellbeing Specialist: AmbaCare Solutions CIC
Ruth will offer advice and support, help with completing application forms e.g. Attendance Allowance, P.O.A., games, chat and a listening ear!
Every Monday 10.30am to 1.30pm.
Alzheimer's Society
Dementia Advisor drop-in sessions
For people affected by memory concerns or dementia to come along and chat to us.
First Wednesday of every month 10.30am to 12.30pm
Young Onset Dementia Service
Do you or someone you know have young-onset dementia?
Would you be interested in accessing our new bespoke Young Onset Dementia Service?
Every Tuesday morning we offer an activity session 10:30-12:00
We also offer a young onset outreach service to support people in the community with a diagnosis of dementia for up to 12 weeks free
Self referrals accepted
If so please contact CDPH@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:CDPH@coventry.gov.uk] or call us on 024 7697 8080.
Councillor drop-ins
Councillors Stephen Gray and Esther Reeves will be holding drop-in sessions on the second Wednesday of the month 11am to 1pm.
Please contact them in advance if you wish to book a dedicated slot or would like a private room to discuss your concerns.
- Esther.Reeves@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:Esther.Reeves@coventry.gov.uk], phone number 07823 512321
- Stephen.Gray@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:Stephen.Gray@coventry.gov.uk]
Upcoming dates
Second Wednesday of every month
Men's drop-in sessions
Come along and have a chat and meet others
2nd Tuesday of the month 10:00 to 12:00
Every second Tuesday of the month.
Social prescribers
Social prescribers can connect you with and help you access many services in your local community including:
- Healthy lifestyles and active living
- Arts, music, outdoor and creative activities
- Befriending, counselling and other support groups
- Helping you meet like-minded people and getting involved in local groups and activities around what is interesting to you
- Housing issues
- Welfare benefits, financial support and advice
- Access to employment, training, and volunteering
- Education and learning
- Support Carers in their role
- Identifying care needs
Coventry Memory Singers will be at the hub every Thursday
Singing has been proven to help people living with dementia to unlock memories and re-establish cognitive pathways. Our sessions are led by specially trained musicians and bring people together in a fun, friendly and safe environment. Starting with relaxed refreshments, followed by fun warm-ups, activity songs and a wide variety of familiar tunes, the sessions can help build new friendships and boost confidence , helping people to feel more positive and supported.
Coventry Memory Singers will be performing at the hub every Thursday from 6 November 10.30am to 12pm and will finish for the summer on 16 July 2026.
2026 dates not performing at the hub:
- 5, 12, 19 and 26 November
- 3, 10 and 17 December
Love to Move with Fiona
The Love to Move Programme is an age and dementia-friendly seated gymnastics programme and is specially designed to get older people moving and functioning better. The programme achieves this by carefully integrating the use of gymnastic foundation skills, cognitive stimulation therapy and social interaction activities.
The Programme is led by Fiona Coombes, licensed deliverer.
When: alternate Fridays 11:00-12:00
Friday November 13th and 27th
Friday December 11th
Singing for Health and Mind with Fiona
Music, and singing in particular, has been shown to boost brain activity and therefore plays an important part in slowing the progress of dementia. Music evokes emotions that bring memories, emotional and physical closeness. Singing is engaging and can shift mood, manage stress and stimulate positive interactions.
When: Alternate Fridays from 11am to 12:00
Friday November 20th
Friday December 4th and 18th
Session led by Fiona Coombe.
Veterans' Mental Health and Wellbeing Service
Drop-in sessions for those in the Armed Forces community affected by dementia 2026
Last Thursday of every month, 1pm to 3pm.
Download the Veterans Mental health and wellbeing service poster [https://www.coventry.gov.uk/downloads/file/43690/veterans-mental-health-and-wellbeing-service].
Coventry Library Information
Holbrooks Library is a welcoming, dementiaâfriendly community space offering a calm and supportive environment, special health book collections, and a wide range of materials and activities for children and adults.
- Coventry Libraries website [https://www.coventry.gov.uk/libraries]: visit the website to find out about library services, events, and what’s happening across the city
- Online catalogue [https://librarycatalogue.coventry.gov.uk/]: browse and reserve books, audiobooks, and other library resources
Rhyme time sessions every Thursday from 10:30am to 11am for children aged 0 to 4 and their parents or carers, which have a hugely positive impact on emotional health and social skills while boosting speech, language, communication, and early literacy development—just turn up to join in.
- Library events [https://www.coventry.gov.uk/whatsonlibraries]
- Holbrooks Library information [https://librarycatalogue.coventry.gov.uk/-/holbrooks-library#/?location=Holbrooks%20Library]
Coventry Dementia Partnership Hub
Address: Everdon Road,Holbrooks,
Coventry
CV6 4FB
Upcoming events in Coventry run by partner organisations
Hope in Unity welcomes Black elders to "Our Warm Space" Join us for a chat and a hot drink every Friday from 10.30am - 2.30pm. Come and say hello, relax and enjoy each other's company.
Location: Langar Aid (the old Halifax Building Society) 14 Market Way - Opposite Sports Direct by Coventry Market.
Contact: Evadne on 0796 843 8097 or email evadne@hopeinunity.org [mailto:evadne@hopeinunity.org]
Forget-Me-Not Cafe
Opening times
08.30am - 2.30pm
All day breakfast menu
Small Breakfast £6.50 (veg breakfast available)
One bacon, one sausage, egg, beans and a hash brown, toast and tea
Bacon or Sausage (v) sandwich £5.00
Scrambled Eggs on Toast £4.00
Light bites
Homemade soup £3.50
gf and vegan options available.
Crumpets served with butter and jam £2.50
Hot sausage roll £2.50
Cornish pasty £3
Side of fries £2.50
Jacket potato with a side salad and butter (gf v vg) £5.00
Add any extra toppings 50p each: cheese, tuna mayo, beans or coleslaw
Panini or toastie served with side salad £5.00 (brown or bloomer bread)
- Ham and cheese
- Cheese and tomato
- Tuna and cheese
- Cheese and onion
Cakes and snacks
Toasted teacakes, scones with jam and cream, warm chocolate brownies and crisps.
Drinks
Soya or skimmed milk is available.
- Americano £2.00
- Latte £3
- Cappuccino £3
- Tea £2.00
- Hot chocolate £3.00
- Soft drinks £1
Children's menu
Download and print the children's menu [https://www.coventry.gov.uk/downloads/file/40681/forget-me-not-cafe-children-s-menu]
All children's meals are £5. A main, side and drink are included in the price. Add on a dessert for 50p.
Mains
- Fish fingers
- Chicken nuggets
- Sandwich (cheese or jam)
- Mini margarita pizza
Sides
- Potato fries
- Half a jacket potato with butter
- Tortilla chips
And a choice from:
- Cucumber and carrot sticks
- Baked beans
- Peas
Drinks
- Fruit juice (orange or apple)
- Squash (blackcurrant or orange)
- Water
- Fresh milk
- Can of fizzy pop (£1 extra)
Desserts
Add on a dessert for 50p.
- Ice cream (chocolate chip, vanilla or strawberry)
- Chocolate fudge brownie, whipped cream and chocolate sauce
Coventry Dementia Partnership Hub
Address: Everdon Road,Holbrooks,
Coventry
CV6 4FB
How to get to the Hub
Bus routes
The main bus routes that will stop nearest to the hub are the number 3 and 52 which are National Express buses Stagecoach also run numbers 51, 56 and 56B and all stop on Holbrook Lane outside Holbrook park bus stop near the Unicorn Social Club.
On-demand buses
West Midlands Bus On Demand [https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/ways-to-travel/buses-in-the-west-midlands/on-demand-buses-in-the-west-midlands/] is a new type of bus service that anyone travelling in the Coventry area can use. It does not follow a specific route. Instead, you book a journey and a bus will pick you up at a time you choose.
Ring and Ride
Ring and Ride is a door-to-door transport service [https://www.ringandride.org/about-the-service/] for anyone who lives in the urban areas of the West Midlands that finds it difficult or impossible to use normal public transport.
The service is particularly ideal for:
- anyone suffering from a temporary injury (such as a broken leg, a sprain, a sports injury or recovering from an operation);
- young and elderly people who find it physically difficult to use public transport
- disabled people who want the convenience of a door-to-door service.
Coventry Dementia Partnership Hub
Address: Everdon Road,Holbrooks,
Coventry
CV6 4FB