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Arbroath Connections

Country
Scotland
Charity number
SC053175
Status
Active
Registered
March 11, 2024
Legal form
SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Address

Address
Russell Square Lounge
Russell Square
Arbroath
DD11 3DQ

Activities

'It carries out activities or services itself'

'the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage'

Arbroath Connections offers support to those with mild-mid-stage dementia and their families. We offer a place where individuals, their unpaid carers and families can access expert led support, meet people and take part in a range of stimulating and fun activities. Our centre is open 3 days per week between 10-3pm and we have 15 places available per day. We have a staff team of 4 and are supported by 8 volunteers. Our activities include baking, playing games, which promote physical and cognitive health, stimulating discussions, music and singing sessions and arts and crafts. Carers can access one to one or group support and also benefit from respite knowing their loved one is being cared for in a safe environment. We follow the Meeting Centre evidence based model of support and link in with other meeting centres and Meeting Centres Scotland.

Objectives: 4 The organisation's purposes are the relief of those in need by reason of age and ill health, with a particular focus on those with Dementia, through. i. raising awareness and challenging the stigma and misconceptions about dementia as well as identifying and addressing the needs of those with dementia in the community and their carers. ii. working in partnership within the community to increase the opportunities for people with dementia and their carers in order that they may remain engaged in their desired lifestyle for as long as possible. iii. delivering programmes of activities in the community for the benefit of older people and those with dementia. iv. providing carer respite, support and practical assistance in the home. exploring new ideas and the use of technology to improve the lives of those affected by old age and dementia. v. and carrying out similar projects, initiatives or activities to advance the SCIO's charitable purposes

Areas of operation

Main operating location
Angus
Geographical spread
Wider, but within one local authority area

Finances

Period end Income Expenditure Employees Accounts
March 31, 2026 £0 £0 5
March 31, 2025 £148,066 £99,857 5 PDF 1.0 MB