Positive times ahead for Lanarkshire dementia support group who celebrate 10th anniversary with cash boost

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A Lanarkshire group that supports people living with dementia have been a enjoying a double celebration this month. The Stonehouse Jubilee Club gathered to celebrate the organisation's 10th anniversary as members and volunteers gathered for the occasion.But it was also the awarding of a grant from the National Lottery Community Fund that made this extra special.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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And the cash boost will now allow professional entertainers to attend the club's meetings and outings throughout the rest of the year, providing great fun and respite to locals with dementia.The Stonehouse Jubilee Club provides a social afternoon in a supported setting with the emphasis on music and memory and how this benefits the members and their carers.The club was closed for a long break during the pandemic.

And after being open for a short time, the club had to close again when the Omicron variant started to spread.Volunteers have since worked tirelessly to keep in touch with members by telephone contact and weekly blogs on the Facebook page.