Social Groups
In addition to the 3 social activities offered by DAM each week, here are some other organisations offering activities in the local area.
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Accessible boating Thames
01628 780700
Accessible Boating Thames
Based at Bisham Abbey, just outside Marlow, Accessible Boating Thames is a charity dedicated to opening up the river to those that might, for whatever reason, find it difficult to gain access to it. Their Wheelyboat, Rivertime 2, is ideally suited to provide a platform from which to see the whole range of wildlife along the banks and backwaters. Wheelchair friendly.
01492 463364
Bucks Mind
They run two services for older adults with dementia, provide support, fun, companionship and stimulating activities in a friendly environment. Park Club, Chesham, Tuesday-Thursday 9.30 am – 2.15 pm. Pippin Club, Prestwood, Monday 9.30 am – 2.15 pm.
01628 440816
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Buckinghamshire's Older People's Action Group
Bucks Older Peoples Action Group, otherwise known as BOPAG is a charity made up of groups and individuals around Buckinghamshire.  The website has some good information and links. Marlow Bottom has an active group and meet on the last Tuesday of every month at the Methodist Church. They also have regular special outings.
01245 237548
Dementia Adventure
Supporting people living with dementia and their families to get outdoors, connect with nature and to remain active. Dementia Adventure is a charity specialising in designing and delivering supported dementia holidays, short breaks and outings.
They also provide a range of dementia training for families and individuals. https://dementiaadventure.co.uk/what-we-do/training-and-consultancy/dementia-skills-sessions/
Friday Lunch Club at Liston Hall
Chapel Street, Marlow, SL7 1DD
The Club provides a friendly day out for all those over 70 who are seeking company. Pay and display car park in Liston Road. Transport available. Call Cindy on 01628 472558.
01628 472558
01628 482883
Marlow Age Concern
A day centre for people suffering from social isolation. Activities and lunches.
Day Centre open Monday to Friday (9:30am to 2:00pm) with door to door pick-up and return anywhere in the Greater Marlow area. Offerelderly guests refreshments, various social activities and a freshly cooked two course lunch charged at £8.00.
Hospital Transport Service - 01628 476139. Marlowageconcern@gmail.com
Mind For You
Mind For You offer specialist holidays for those with living with dementia. All holidays are carefully selected and staff are available to support every day from 9.00am - 9.00pm.
They also offer Zoom sessions for £10 a session and a range of free Activity packs online which can be downloaded and printed.
01509 351008
Regal Cinema, Henley
2 Baroma Way, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 2BZ
Monthly daytime dementia-friendly screenings. Tickets are at a reduced price, including free tea and coffee for 30 minutes beforehand, for a chance to socialise.
0871 902 5747
Rivertime Boat Trust
This Trust provides a special time on the river in a specially adapted boat with facilities for less able adults and their carers, operating out of Henley-on-Thames. Wheelchair friendly.
01628 780700/0778 333888
0333 150 3456
01296 718956
Singing for the Brain
Singing for the Brain brings people together in a friendly, fin and social environment. Still run virtually, online and can be accessed by computer, tablet or phone. Call the number on the left for details of the hour long sessions each Monday.
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Sessions also take place at The Fitzwilliams Centre in Beaconsfield, HP9 2JW.
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01442 780541
The Silver Singers
The Elgiva Theatre, St Mary's Way, Chesham, HP5 1HR. Older adults are welcome, including anyone living with dementia. The choir aims to connect people through music and singing, particularly anyone socially isolated. Call them or email for details and to book a place.
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01494 475367
Simply Walk
Walks around the area with trained volunteers, various levels and distances. More information available via www.buckscc.gov.uk/services/environment/exploring-the-countryside/simply-walk or give them a call. All new walkers welcome, whether you are fit and active, or not exercised for a while.
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01844 698453
South Bucks Talking News
If you find it difficult to read, keep up to date with local news. Various Bucks Free Press news items, events and essential information are recorded on a Memory stick which can be played on the listener's own equipment or equipment loaned free of charge. The service is free and delivery of the memory stick is postage free. southbucksstn.org.uk
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01628 521027
Wye Valley Volunteers
Wye Valley Volunteers is a voluntary organisation which provides services to local people in need, the majority of whom are elderly and/or have mobility difficulties. It covers the areas of Bourne End, The Wooburns, Flackwell Heath and Little Marlow. The services offered are transport for medical appointments (volunteers use their own cars), home visiting for the more isolated elderly, social activities such as lunch club, coffee mornings anbd shopping trips. The organisation has its own adapted minibus for some of the transport needs. WVV is run entirely by volunteers.