ACE IT: An Edinburgh-based charity which supports older people to learn digital skills. 25 (BF03) Nicholson Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9BX 0131 667 2053 or 07737 738551
info@aceit.org.uk; https://aceit.org .uk/
City Art Centre: Art 4 Dementia: Welcomes people with dementia, family and friends, carers. Currently meeting online, also offer online support. diana.morton@edinburgh.gov.uk
Edinburgh Theatres Trust (Festival Theatre): All have a programme of dementia-friendly activities. Have been delivered online concerts, t dances, gallery sessions etc.: dawn.irvine@capitaltheatres.com
Lifecare: Provides support to older people, those living with dementia, poor health and carers. Support people at home and in clubs. Meals on wheels, outreach companionship, groups, events. 2 Cheyne St, Edinburgh, EH4 1JB; ( 0131 343 0940 www.lifecare-edinburgh.org.uk/
National Galleries Scotland – Gallery Social: monthly artist led tours for people affected by dementia to enjoy with friends and relatives. Tea dances and musical concerts. Scottish Portrait Gallery. Currently online.
National Museum Scotland & National Library of Scotland – Museum Socials for people with dementia, relatives and friends. Currently online.
The Living Memory Association – Edinburgh’s Reminiscence Project: reminiscence training, Wee Museum of Memory in Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre. Photo archive to browse online. Borrowable memory boxes. Podcasts and CDs of memories. comhist@googlemail.com
Vintage Vibes: This is an Edinburgh-wide charity tackling isolation in 60+, one-to-one support, companionship, activities, volunteering, and friendship between different generations: ( 0131 343 0955; www.vintagevibes.org.uk
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