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MSP Jenny Gilruth pledges her support

Jenny Gilruth MSP shared her special memories at a virtual meeting of our Glenrothes Club – and pledged her support for Sporting Memories' COVID-19 response.
Our Great Get Together

It was billed the ‘Sporting Memories Great Get Together’. The world’s first international Sporting Memories gathering! The inspiration? To support the annual Great Get Together (this year from 19–21 June) and help celebrate the power of community.
We're on screen and over the airwaves!

'Sporting Memories Weekly' continues, and the latest edition of our 100 Objects series appears on our Sporting Memories Vimeo channel. All produced to help you #TalkAboutSport.
What we do

We are Sporting Memories. We are dedicated to bringing together older adults to talk about and remember sport. Through the power of sport we tackle social isolation. We help to increase the well-being of those living with low mood, dementia and other conditions.

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
Donate Books, Memorabilia and Match Programmes

Why not take a few minutes to dig out any old programmes, sports biographies, annuals, shirts, scarves, boots and any other sporting memorabilia that could be put to use at our sporting memories clubs?
Greater London Clubs

#TalkAboutSport

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