Lightbulb Cafe

Welcome to The Lightbulb Café

The Lightbulb Café is a dementia-friendly initiative, dedicated to supporting individuals in the early to mid-stages of dementia and their carers. Hosted by the Wycombe Wanderers Foundation, our café offers a warm, welcoming, and safe space where participants can build support networks, engage in reminiscence activities, and take part in light physical exercises that promote holistic well-being.

What We Offer

Held monthly at Monty’s Lounge, the Lightbulb Café uses Wycombe Wanderers’ memorabilia and memory boxes from Wycombe Museum to spark personal memories and stimulate the senses. These engaging, interactive activities are designed to encourage conversation, promote mental well-being, and help improve mobility and physical health.

While individuals with dementia participate in structured sessions, their carers have the opportunity to connect with others in similar situations, consult healthcare professionals, and take part in mindfulness exercises—giving them a well-deserved break, reducing isolation, and offering valuable support.

Café Details

When: Monthly, on the first Wednesday of every month
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Monty’s Lounge, Wycombe Wanderers Foundation
Next Session: Starting Wednesday 7th May

Our Objectives

Support Social Connection: Encourage relationships and social interaction for people with dementia and their carers.
Foster Engagement: Utilize sensory resources to spark memories and facilitate meaningful conversations.
Promote Well-being: Incorporate light physical activities to support mobility, health, and mental wellness.
Provide Respite for Carers: Offer opportunities for carers to find peer support, relax, and engage in self-care.

Activities

Each session at the Lightbulb Café includes a variety of stimulating and engaging activities, such as:

Memory Stimulation: Interactive sessions using memorabilia and memory boxes to inspire conversations and evoke memories.
Physical Activities: Gentle chair-based exercises and movement routines tailored to individual abilities.
Arts and Crafts: Creative, hands-on activities designed to promote engagement and self-expression.
Games and Singing: Fun group activities to boost mood, create connection, and enhance social interaction.
Mindfulness for Carers: Relaxation exercises that focus on mindfulness and well-being.
Discussions: Opportunities to connect with external support organizations for further guidance and resources.

Join Us

Whether you’re living with dementia or supporting someone who is, the Lightbulb Café is here to provide a space for connection, activity, and support. Our sessions are designed to create a positive and uplifting environment for everyone involved.

Please call the office on 01494 455736 to book your place.

We look forward to welcoming you!