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Burntisland Buzz for Sporting Memories

Sporting Memories in Burntisland is providing a vital social outlet for people in the local community. Find out why they look forward to their Monday club every week.
Volunteer Training for ToastLoveCoffee Cafe Sporting Memories Club

A weekly Sporting Memories Club kicks off every Friday morning 11 till Noon on 1st November, This is a training session for volunteers to help run the sessions
Lostfootballs 2020 Calendar goes on sale!

Ever lost a ball down the park, into a river or onto a busy road? It’s upsetting. Now you can relive those memories through their ace calendar
Sporting Memories arrives in Babergh District, Suffolk

A new lottery funded project has launched in Babergh in Suffolk bringing together older residents over their shared sporting memories.
A range of partner organisations, volunteers, and sports fans have come together in Sudbury to launch a new project, which will see Sporting Memory Groups meet in Glemsford, Lavenham, Long Melford and Sudbury.

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. One Year On

On the anniversary of Alan Shearer's groundbreaking BBC One documentary exploring the possible links between football and dementia, we look back on the progress made and launch a new campaign to support former players.
How it works

We work in partnership with organisations and community venues, including sports clubs, community hubs, sheltered housing, care homes and hospitals to run both Sporting Memories Clubs and one-to-one activities.
Who we are

Sporting Memories Foundation (Registered Charity Number 1154474) is the World's first charity dedicated to Sports Reminiscence & Physical Activities.
Support Our Clubs

With your help Sporting Memories can keep our weekly clubs running and open new clubs, supporting former players and older fans alike
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.
Who we are - Scotland

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

Where does your money go and what impact does it have
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

Sporting Memories and British Legion Join Forces

Galanos House. A Royal British Legion Care Home in Warwickshire has become the latest partner of Sporting Memories.
"Using the wealth of resources from Sporting Memories has provided a springboard for awakening memories, we have been able to use the sporting themes in our Men’s Club, which has proved really popular and has even stirred them to get up out of their chairs to have a go". Read more

Volunteers needed for Sporting Memories clubs in Stonehouse and Bellshill

We are looking for volunteers across Scotland
Volunteer at our community clubs and groups in Stonehouse and Bellshill Read more

Volunteers Needed for Sporting Memories Clubs Opening in Folkestone

3 VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES IN FOLKESTONE, KENT. To help facilitate and/or support our soon to open Sporting Memories Clubs in Folkestone At the Cheriton Library every Monday 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM At the Folkestone Sports Centre every Friday 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM At the Folkestone Care Centre every Wednesday 2 PM - 4 PM FULL TRAINING IS PROVIDED - START DATES TBC Read more