Residents and team members from Maidstone Care Centre recently enjoyed a delightful visit to a Dementia Café hosted at Maplesden Oaks School, where they
were warmly welcomed into a vibrant and inclusive community setting.
The friendly event brought together students, guests and visitors for a relaxed afternoon filled with music, conversation and refreshments. Live karaoke performances by the students created a lively atmosphere, encouraging smiles, singing along and plenty of interaction. Guests were also treated to hot drinks and an impressive selection of sweet treats, adding to the café-style experience.
The visit highlighted the value of intergenerational connections and community-led dementia-friendly initiatives, offering residents the opportunity to enjoy a change of scenery while engaging with young people in a meaningful and enjoyable way.
Belinda, Lifestyle Lead at Maidstone Care Centre, said: “This was such a lovely event to be part of. The students were incredibly welcoming, and the atmosphere was relaxed, friendly and full of energy. The live karaoke was a real highlight, and it was wonderful to see everyone enjoying themselves together. Thank you to Maplesden Oaks School for the invitation – the team and residents are already looking forward to the next visit.”
Maidstone Care Centre would like to thank Maplesden Oaks School for hosting such a thoughtful and inclusive Dementia Café event, which provided a memorable afternoon of connection, entertainment and community spirit.
