Dementia Support Hampshire & IOW is a charity dedicated to ensuring that nobody faces dementia alone. Founded in 2022, the charity provides practical guidance, emotional support, and opportunities for connection to people living with dementia and their family, friends and carers across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
The organisation was created in response to the lack of accessible support available following a dementia diagnosis. Today, it supports people at every stage of their dementia journey, helping them navigate challenges, reduce isolation, and improve their wellbeing through a range of personalised and community-based services.
Dementia Support Hampshire & IOW offers a wide range of services designed to meet the diverse needs of people living with dementia and those who care for them:
Dementia Support Helpline
Providing information, guidance and reassurance for anyone seeking support.
Peer Support Groups
Friendly, welcoming groups where people can meet others who understand their experiences, helping to reduce loneliness and build confidence.
Therapeutic Activities
From music therapy and reminiscence sessions to arts and crafts activities, these programmes promote wellbeing, social connection and meaningful engagement.
Wellbeing Support
One-to-one support that focuses on improving quality of life, helping individuals access the right services and maintain independence for longer.
Information, Signposting and Referrals
Helping families navigate health, social care and community services, ensuring they receive the support they need at the right time.
Practical Support
Helping families to claim relevant financial benefits and plan ahead for the future.
Volunteering Opportunities
Volunteers are at the heart of Dementia Support Hampshire & IOW’s success. Their time, compassion and commitment help make a real difference to the lives of local people affected by dementia.
There are a variety of volunteering opportunities available, including:
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Supporting peer support groups and community activities.
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Eastleigh
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Fareham
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Basingstoke
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Havant
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New Milton
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Ringwood
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Fleet
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- Providing practical assistance at events and fundraising activities.
- Helping with administration and behind-the-scenes support.
- Raising awareness of dementia and the charity’s services within local communities.
- Offering companionship and encouragement to people attending groups and events.
Volunteering with Dementia Support Hampshire & IOW is a rewarding way to give back to the community, develop new skills, and help create a more dementia-friendly Hampshire and Isle of Wight. Every volunteer contribution, no matter how small, makes a meaningful difference to someone living with dementia.
To learn more about Dementia Support Hampshire & IOW, visit their website or get in touch to find out how you can access support, volunteer, or support their work. Together, we can ensure that nobody faces dementia alone.
