ABOUT UDC
Our cafés are all managed, operated and staffed by Umbrella Dementia Cafés but cannot exist without our strong volunteer teams, championing more social opportunities and awareness for people living with dementia and for their family care parter.
Together we work under one supportive umbrella facilitating greater social connections between people living with dementia, their family and their community.
We believe the key to personal wellbeing is social connectedness. It’s about having a community support network around you, understanding, accepting and including you. It’s no different for people experiencing dementia.
Through our cafés we empower people living with dementia to regain autonomy, boost their self esteem and improve their wellbeing. Members enjoy new connections through shared experience, activities or values, and enrich existing connections in an environment that encourages genuine conversation.
What is our Mission?
To empower people living with dementia.
Meet the Team
Kirsty Porter
Jen Thompson
Jan Loughman
Chris Porter
Rebecca Thorburn
Our café teams are Community Volunteers
Shayne King
Vicki Barnes
Clare Gillan
Rebecka Jacobs
Volunteer
If our cause is as close to your heart as it is ours, you may wish to join our community of volunteers. Giving back in a meaningful way can be incredibly rewarding. As a volunteer you will be directly supporting people living with dementia through 1:1 or group activities at your local the dementia café.
We always aim for a high ratio of volunteers in each of our cafés,
so please don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
You will be improving lives and contributing to the wider community of people experiencing dementia. Please contact us if you are interesting in being a part of our connected team.