Day Break The Fleming Resource Centre Clarence Row Gravesend Kent DA12 1HJ ‘Day Break’ is a day service for older people with dementia designed to provide a valuable respite break for carers and families tel: 01474 564898 (Main reception Monday - Friday) email: [email protected] Gravesend Day Services web: www.ageuk.org.uk/northwestkent ‘Serving the People of Gravesend, Northfleet and the surrounding areas’ V6 Mar17

Charity No. 1143905 Company No. 7645589 (Limited by Guarantee) Gravesend Day Services Outcomes of the Service:

DAYBREAK It is expected that a person who has dementia and attends Day Break will Dementia Support Service be: Day Break is part of the Gravesend Day Services complex. The integrated More likely to remain living independently for longer in their Day Break facilities have been newly refurbished specifically to own home. accommodate and support older people with dementia in a welcoming More likely to respond to the stimulation provided in a new environment. A ‘Dementia Garden’ is available for a range of activities. setting with new people to meet and talk to. More likely to be actively independent away from a home There are facilities for reminiscence and memory therapies, activities, environment, giving that vital respite break to carers at games, arts, crafts, gardening, discussion, dining and relaxation. In home. addition we encourage ‘daily living skills’ through activities such as basic cooking, washing up, using utensils, as well as dressing and some self care. A formal diagnosis of dementia is not required to access the service, although we recommend that a GP is consulted as a formal diagnosis may Day Break promotes a person centred approach where individuals feel make other resources and support available within the NHS and Social valued, accepted and an integral part of the community. There is internal Care. access to the main day service facilities and to a secure and sunny garden area with exciting plans to develop a special dementia garden, with new Added Value for Carers: This service also offers: paths, seating and planting spaces. A high degree of satisfaction that loved ones are safe, secure and cared for whilst away for the day. Other services include e.g. access to chiropody, hearing and sight Potential support and contact from other carers specialists therapy suite shared by the whole centre (additional charges Access to information and other services provided by Age may apply). The external doors have electronic locks making the centre UK North West Kent or other organisations in the area. secure and safe. Access to specialist and professional ‘Advocacy’ support. The purpose of Day Break is to offer: Day Break provides a freshly home cooked two course lunch and An enjoyable day out in a warm, friendly and stimulating refreshments throughout the day at no further charge. environment supported by trained and caring staff. Support to carers with a much needed respite break. Each person will have their own care plan which will include information on Sensitivity to the dignity, equality and general needs of the basic needs, such as safety, eating and drinking, mobilising, toileting and individual, including the carer. maintaining dignity and independence. The service will build a snapshot of The promotion and support of independent living in people’s own the individual’s life detailing important events which assist our carer’s in homes. understanding people’s background to support memory improvement Improvement wherever possible to the quality of life, health and where possible. well-being for both the individual and their carer. Transport can be available but may be limited at times. A separate daily ‘Day Break’ charge for Gravesend will be made. Please enquire. Day Break is open 5 days a week from 9.30am to 4.00pm Day Break will cater for up to 10 people per day Monday to Friday - (Closed on Bank Holidays) 2 dedicated Care Support Workers are on duty at all times The daily charge is £43 payable following invoice with other care staff, clerical and management staff Book now to reserve day places in attendance Monday to Friday