Will the venue be accessible and dementia friendly?

Yes, all our venues are fully accessible. Our staff and volunteers are dementia friends trained and will be there to meet you on arrival.

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15th February New Volunteer Training Session

Monday 15th February 9.30am – 1pm New Volunteer Training This 3.5 hour workshop is for new volunteers who haven't previously completed any training with Sporting Memories. The workshop will take place online via Zoom and will give you an overview of our organisation and equip you with the knowledge and skills to help facilitate our online clubs. This is an interactive session and an opportunity to meet other Sporting Memories volunteers. Places are to be allocated on a first come first serve
Keeping In Touch through equipment and guidance

Sporting Memories launches a brand new service for older adults: the Sporting Memories #KITBag
Our latest blog: Shining a light on loneliness

"As a team, we have been working on our own longer-term solutions, just like the health sector has been working on COVID treatments and vaccines." Read the latest blog from Sporting Memories Co-founder Chris Wilkins
28th January New Volunteer Training Session

Thursday 28th January 9.30am – 1pm New Volunteer Training This 3.5 hour workshop is for new volunteers who haven't previously completed any training with Sporting Memories. The workshop will take place online via Zoom and will give you an overview of our organisation and equip you with the knowledge and skills to help facilitate our online clubs. This is an interactive session and an opportunity to meet other Sporting Memories volunteers. Places are to be allocated on a first come first serve

Supporting Former Footballers Living With Dementia

Steve Elliott celebrated his 60th birthday in September. A former professional footballer, Steve started his career at Nottingham Forest after signing apprentice forms with Brian Clough and later signed professional forms at the age of 18.
Football, Dementia and Me.

Alan Shearer's groundbreaking BBC One documentary explored the possible links between football and dementia, we look back on the progress made and continue our campaign to support former players.
The Sporting Memories Foundation - England & Wales

Sporting Memories Foundation (Registered Charity Number 1154474) is the World's first charity dedicated to Sports Reminiscence & Physical Activities.
Why volunteer with us

By sharing memories of sporting moments however big or small, people are instantly connected, reawakening thoughts feelings and times that would have otherwise been undiscovered all because of a passion for sport.
The Sporting Memories Foundation Scotland SCIO

Our Charity in Scotland.
Our Rich History of Partnerships

Sporting Memories Network has developed a compelling, dynamic and innovative approach to tackling the challenges of an ageing society. Our training, resources and project support are designed in partnership with our service users, carers and volunteers.
Where your money goes

Find out where your money goes when you support Sporting Memories.
One-to-one reminiscence

Whilst we know the benefits of socialising and attending the weekly clubs, one to one reminiscing can also be an enjoyable and beneficial activity
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