Memory Lane Café celebrates two years!

Bluebird Care Northampton & Daventry is celebrating the second anniversary of its much-loved Memory Lane Café, which first opened its doors on 13th November 2024 at the Abbey Centre, East Hunsbury.

The café was the long-held dream of Registered Manager Kelly, who wanted to create a welcoming, community-led space for people living with dementia, memory impairment and their families. Joining Bluebird Care gave Kelly the support and resources to turn that dream into reality.

What began as a small group meeting each week has grown into a wonderful community, sometimes bringing together as many as 30 families every Friday afternoon. Over the past two years, friendships have blossomed, experiences have been shared, advice exchanged and, most importantly, there has been plenty of laughter along the way.

The café has welcomed a variety of guest speakers, including Northamptonshire Police and Forestry England, offering valuable advice and opportunities for members to get involved in their local community. There have also been some rather special outings, including a trip to The Saints' daytime disco, where members took to the dance floor to relive their youth!

Kelly hopes Memory Lane Café demonstrates that living with dementia does not mean life stops. There is still so much to enjoy, experience and celebrate, and having a supportive community around you can make all the difference.

Memory Lane Café runs every Friday from 1.30pm to 3.30pm at the Abbey Centre, East Hunsbury. Kelly or a member of the Bluebird Care team is on hand each week, whether visitors are looking for advice about home care, support for a loved one or simply a friendly face and someone who understands the dementia journey.

As Bluebird Care celebrates this milestone, the team is incredibly proud of the friendships, memories and support that have grown from one small idea.

Here's to many more years of friendship, laughter and, of course, cake!