Time to Talk
Free Community Drop-In Sessions
Chelford · Handforth · Alderley Edge · Wilmslow
The CHAW Care Community is hosting Time to Talk drop-in sessions at local libraries for anyone who would like information, guidance or support.
These sessions are friendly, informal and open to everyone. No appointment is needed – just come along.
What are Time to Talk sessions?
Time to Talk sessions give you the opportunity to:
- Speak to trained staff and local organisations
- Ask questions in a relaxed, welcoming space
- Find out what support is available in your community
- Get help for yourself or someone you care for
You can talk about:
- Dementia and memory concerns
- Caring responsibilities
- Mental wellbeing and emotional support
- Finance, debt and benefits
- Health, wellbeing and local activities
📅 Time to Talk – Dates and Locations
📍 Wilmslow Library
Second Tuesday of each month
11:00am – 12:00pm
- 13 January – End of Life Partnership and Social Prescriber
- 10 February – Talking Therapies Team and Social Prescriber
- 10 March – Age UK and Social Prescriber
- 14 April – Stable Minds and Citizens Advice
- 12 May – Alzheimer’s Society and Citizens Advice
📍 Handforth Library
Third Thursday of each month
11:00am – 12:00pm
- 22 January – Citizens Advice and Social Prescriber
- 19 February – Admiral Nurse and Talking Therapies
- 19 March – Citizens Advice and Alzheimer’s Society
- 16 April – Age UK and Social Prescriber
- 21 May – Admiral Nurse and Social Prescriber
Occasionally, due to unforeseen circumstances, the organisations attending a session may be different from those advertised. There will always be someone available to talk with you, offer support and help you find the right information or service.
💜 Dementia Support in Your Community
You are not alone
Living with dementia, memory loss, or supporting someone who is, can feel overwhelming. There are welcoming, dementia-friendly services across Chelford, Handforth, Alderley Edge and Wilmslow offering support, activities and advice.
🎱 No Tier Snooker Society – Hazel Grove
A relaxed social group for people with frontotemporal or early-onset dementia, alongside carers and loved ones.
- Friendly snooker sessions
- Tea, coffee and snacks available
- Open to men and women
Contact:
Ian – 07555 524 862
info@notiersnooker.co.uk
notiersnooker.co.uk
🧠 Bright Memories Dementia Service (Age UK Cheshire)
Day activity groups for people living with memory loss or early-stage dementia.
- Arts, crafts, reminiscence, music and games
- Cognitive Stimulation Therapy
- Hot two-course meal and refreshments
When: Macclesfield (Mondays), Northwich (Mon–Wed)
Cost: £60 per session (£10 taster session)
Contact: 07917 638820 | brightmemories@ageukcheshire.org.uk
🎶 Dementia Sing-a-Long – Long Stone Manor Care Home
Free monthly sing-a-long with opportunities for reminiscence and support.
Third Thursday of each month
11:00am – 12:00pm
Contact: Andrea.Dunlop@careuk.com
Other Dementia-Friendly Support
- Redesmere Day Centre – Day services for older people and people living with dementia
- Always Active – Handforth – Social activities and meals
- Memory Lane Café – Chelford – Dementia-friendly café and community support
- MHA Communities – Social groups, outings and befriending services
Working together in the CHAW Care Community
