Geoff was a constitutional founding member and cornerstone of Umbrella Dementia Cafes, attending our very first café on October 25th, 2016! At that initial café, he arrived proudly with his cherished granddaughter Carly and her newborn Ava, just three weeks old. From this first café until his last in 2022, Geoff’s warm presence and gentle spirit left an indelible mark on everyone he met.
Geoff was an incredibly important person in the foundation of Umbrella Dementia Cafes. He had a remarkable ability to connect with people, offering a listening ear and sharing his deep and personal understanding of dementia, born from caring for his wife who lived with Alzheimer’s.
As a volunteer with UDC at a strategic level, Geoff generously shared his wisdom, supporting individuals living with dementia and their families. He was a natural mentor, demonstrating through his actions how to communicate with empathy and respect, setting an example for others to follow.
Geoff’s unwavering dedication, his genuine kindness and his profound impact on the Umbrella Dementia Cafés will never be forgotten. He was a truly remarkable person, and his absence will be deeply felt by all who had the privilege of knowing him. We hold his memory close to our hearts and will continue to honour his legacy through the work we do.
The Jones family warmly invite everyone to donate to Umbrella Dementia Cafes in Geoff name and in lieu of flowers.
