Flourish in the Forest Young – Dementia Group

Leisure activities for carers and young family members, immerse together in the forest.

Guided Forest Wellbeing Walks, Inclusive Cycling, Tandem Bikes, Outdoor Games, Archery, Yoga and more.

OUR AIM

Our aim is to provide pleasurable and stimulating activities for those who wish to active and avoid the stigma of a dementia diagnosis, by running sessions at a venue associated with leisure and family fun.

Flourish in the Forest is an Active Wellbeing day which takes place one Saturday a month at Forestry England’s Alice Holt Forest. It uses all its outdoor facilities and Activity Centre Studio as a spectacular venue to enhance the benefits of being set in nature.

Flourish sessions are beneficial to people living with a range of neurological conditions, who are also  welcome to attend.

ACTIVE FOREST ACTIVITIES

• Forest Wellbeing Walks – variety of trails to suit ability/choice.
• Cycling Forest Trails and the Inclusive bikes available at Alice Holt suitable for wheelchair.
• Outdoor Table Tennis, Mini Badminton, Archery and more.
• Indoor Activities like Yoga can be added inside or outside weather permitting.
• Tea and Chat – time to chat with others for peer support.

BENEFITS OF BEING SURROUNDED BY NATURE

There is substantial evidence that being outdoors and immersed in nature has a beneficial effect on wellbeing and mood.

Social interaction and access to the outdoors and nature is important for people living with dementia and plays a significant role in their quality of life.

CARERS

All Dementia-friendly Alton sessions consider the wellbeing of carers as equally important. This programme offers respite for carers by providing the chance to relax and enjoy the range of outdoor leisure activities available at Alice Holt, supported by a team of experienced DFA volunteers.

“Alice Holt is one of the few Accessible outdoor activity venues.”

• Friendship
• Laughter
• Opportunity
• Understanding
• Respect Independence Support
• Health & Wellbeing

Connecting with nature to encourage connection between mind and body – promoting health and wellbeing for all involved.

LOCATION AND DATES

Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak Farnham, GU10 4LS

First Saturday in the Month from March – December 10am – 4pm

Free to attend Lunch Included Discount Parking Fee phone 01420 551455 for more information.

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