Locations

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All Saints' Church

All Saints' is an inclusive Church of England church. Services at 9.45am on Sunday and 9.30am Thursday mornings open to all. Weekly Drop in Cafe on Friday mornings in the church hall provides selection of beverages and home made cake. Both church and hall have accessible access.

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Public Services and Community Spaces

Community / Faith Centre
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Be Beautiful by Louise

Dementia-Friendly hairdresser that provides gentle, compassionate hair services for older adults. Offering comfort focused appointments in your own home, while supporting confidence, dignity & wellbeing. Based in Watford and surrounding areas

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Retail and High Street

Hair and Beauty
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Boots The Chemist Goffs Oak

We are a Community Pharmacy servicing the growing community in Goffs oak with a wide range of healthcare services

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Health and Social Care

Care Home / Supported Living
Gold

Bushey Library

Bushey Library is a local public library, located on Sparrows Herne. It provides the local community with free access to books, computers, WiFi, printing and study spaces. Hosts regular activities such as digital help sessions and walking groups for adults. We provide a welcoming space for all.

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  • Accessible Website
  • Clear Signage
  • Quiet Area
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events

Public Services and Community Spaces

Library
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Cathy Scarborough

Croxley Parish Nursing Team is lead by qualified nurse, Cathy. We provide holistic care for people living in Croxley Green.

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  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events

Health and Social Care

Community Health Service
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Chelmscare Ltd

Chelmscare is a trusted homecare agency with 10 years of experience and over 200,000 hours of care delivered. Through a carefully chosen and properly trained team, Chelmscare provides compassionate, person-centred support that promotes dignity, safety, independence, and wellbeing. Proud to Care.

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  • Dementia Friendly Staff

Health and Social Care

Social Care Provider
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Community Alliance for Broxbourne and East Herts

We have lots of actives on including a Crafts Cafe, Digital Skills and the Healthy Hub.

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  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events

Voluntary and Charity Sector

Other Voluntary and Charity Sector
Gold

Crossroads Community Hub

Crossroads Community Hub warm, safe space for vulnerable adults to enjoy meaningful days, make friends, and stay active. Day Services – Wed, Thu, Fri Support from trained staff. Fun activities: crafts, bingo, music, gardening & more .Shared lunch and Day trips out. Community Drop-In Tuesdays 10-12

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  • Easy-Read Menus / Picture Boards
  • Staff Can Adjust Lighting/Noise
  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events

Voluntary and Charity Sector

Community Group / CIC
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Croxley Green Library

Croxley Green Library, providing library services for the community.

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  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events
  • Easy-Read Menus / Picture Boards

Public Services and Community Spaces

Library
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Croxley Hardware

We are a family run hardware shop selling a range of household and DIY items plus a range of pet accessories

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Retail and High Street

Home and Garden
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Cuffley

We are a Primary Care network looking after around 45,000 patients across 4 GP Practices within the Borough Of Broxbourne. we are commited to supporting our community & are delighted to be working towards a Dementia friendly accreditation.

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  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events

Health and Social Care

GP Surgery / Clinic
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Douglas Drive Day Centre

Douglas Drive is a Day Centre for older people from Stevenage and surrounding villages. The aim is to enrich the social lives of Senior Citizens and help to prevent isolation. We also support clients living with Dementia and those who live with the effects of Stroke.

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  • Staff Can Adjust Lighting/Noise
  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events

Voluntary and Charity Sector

Local Charity
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Everyone Active Watford

Everyone Active is proud to be the contract manager for leisure services in Watford, delivering high-quality facilities and inclusive wellbeing opportunities for the whole community. Through our partnership with Watford Borough Council, we operate two centres Watford Central and Watford Woodside

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Hospitality and Leisure

Café / Coffee Shop
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Farnham House

This is the main office of Hertfordshire County Council

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Public Services and Community Spaces

Local Authority Office
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Harpenden Town Council

Harpenden Town Council is the first and most local tier of government in the area and we play an important role in promoting the Town, representing its interests and supporting the work of different groups in the community.

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Public Services and Community Spaces

Local Authority Office
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HATCH - Borehamwood

HATCH Borehamwood is a small space on the High Street that sells fresh food. We offer a safe space where people can pause and take a moment if needed. Our ethos is on fresh healthy food and supporting the community of Borehamwood.

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  • Accessible Website
  • Easy-Read Menus / Picture Boards
  • Staff Can Adjust Lighting/Noise
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events

Retail and High Street

Café / Coffee Shop
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Hatfield

The Willow Group offers a welcoming environment where clients can participate in a variety of specialised activities designed to stimulate cognition, promote engagement, and enhance overall wellbeing. Our staff are specially trained in dementia support to create a safe and inclusive space.

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  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events
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  • Staff Can Adjust Lighting/Noise

Health and Social Care

Other Health and Social Care
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Hatfield Library

We are located in Hatfield town centre. We are a friendly, accessible, valuable community hub offering all public library services, with events and social groups for all members of our local community.

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  • Step-Free Access
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  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events

Public Services and Community Spaces

Library
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Hertfordshire Trading Standards

Trading Standards tries to protect and support vulnerable residents who are being targeted by fraudsters. For those who are living with dementia, we can loan and install call blocking devices for landlines free of charge. We also give talks to local groups of carers, to warn them about current scams

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  • Supports Staff

Public Services and Community Spaces

Local Authority Office
Silver

Hitchin Swimming and Fitness Centre

Hitchin Swimming and Fitness Centre supports people of all fitness levels, it has a gym, studios and indoor and outdoor pools. Those with medical conditions, including dementia, can join the exercise on referral scheme under supervision of qualified instructors and the Memory Lane Dementia Cafe.

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  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events
  • Dementia Friendly Staff

Hospitality and Leisure

Gym / Leisure Centre
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Knights Templar Sports Centre

Knights Templar Sports Centre has a small gym suitable for those who don't like a busy gym. Those with medical conditions, including dementia, can be referred by their medical professional to our qualified Exercise Referral Consultant who will be there to help every step of the way.

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Hospitality and Leisure

Gym / Leisure Centre
Gold

Marlowes Shopping Centre

The Marlowes is a welcoming shopping centre in the heart of Hemel Hempstead, offering a mix of retail, dining, and community services. Alongside popular high-street stores, it features Community events and a dedicated Dementia Hub, providing a safe and supportive space once a month.

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  • Accessible Website
  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events
  • Easy-Read Menus / Picture Boards
  • Staff Can Adjust Lighting/Noise

Public Services and Community Spaces

Community / Faith Centre
Silver

Memory Support Herts

Supporting people experiencing cognitive changes

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  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events

Voluntary and Charity Sector

Other Voluntary and Charity Sector
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Millstream Health Walk Hitchin

The Millstream Health Walk is run by volunteer walk leaders. Everyone is welcome to attend. We meet every Tuesday at 11am in the Millstream Pub Carpark. The walk is a gentle stroll around Walsworth Common, taking in the river views and green space. Followed by a drink in the pub if you wish to stay.

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Public Services and Community Spaces

Outdoor Activities
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North Herts Leisure Centre

North Herts Leisure Centre has a large range of activities for everyone to enjoy, a gym, group exercise sessions, a swimming pool, sports hall, squash courts, soft play facility and a cafe.

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  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Dementia Friendly Staff

Hospitality and Leisure

Gym / Leisure Centre
Gold

Oxhey Library

Oxhey Library is a local public library, located on Bridlington Road. It provides the local community with free access to books, computers, WiFi, printing and study spaces. Hosts regular activities such as exercise sessions, Knit and natter and Crochet. We provide a welcoming space for all.

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  • Staff Can Adjust Lighting/Noise
  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events
  • Dementia Friendly Staff

Public Services and Community Spaces

Library
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Radfield Home Care Watford and Borehamwood

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  • Dementia Friendly Staff

Health and Social Care

Social Care Provider
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Radlett Lawn Tennis and Squash Club

Sports club offering: outdoor tennis courts, indoor squash courts and clubhouse with table tennis and bar. Free on-site parking. Step-free access. This club offers dementia-friendly tennis sessions in partnership with Dementia Adventure.

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Hospitality and Leisure

Sports Club and Venues
Gold

Right at Home Welwyn, Hatfield & St Albans

Right at Home Welwyn, Hatfield & St Albans are a CQC Outstanding rated care provider, supporting people to live as independently as possible in their own homes for as long as they wish to do so. We support individuals with their daily activities at home and out in the community.

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  • Accessible Website
  • Easy-Read Menus / Picture Boards
  • Staff Can Adjust Lighting/Noise
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events

Health and Social Care

Social Care Provider
Silver

Royston Leisure Centre

Royston Leisure Centre has a wide range of facilities available, there is something for everyone, regardless of age, ability or fitness level. Our qualified Exercise Referral Instructors are here to help those with medical conditions, dementia included, to train safely and confidently.

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  • Dementia Friendly Staff

Hospitality and Leisure

Hotel / Guest House
Gold

Say it with a Smile

Say it with a Smile is a registered charity (1203759) supporting people diagnosed with dementia and their loved ones. We started in 2023 in Watford and have since expanded our reach to the surrounding areas of Hertfordshire and into Buckinghamshire.

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  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events
  • Dementia Friendly Staff

Voluntary and Charity Sector

Other Health and Social Care
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Special Care Dental Service - Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

The Special Care Dental Service in Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust.

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Health and Social Care

Dental Practice
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St Michael and All Angels Church

We are a Church of England church and are fully inclusive and welcoming to allcomers. Main service at 9.30a.m. on Sundays. Coffee morning and Foodbank on Wednesdays 10.00am-12 Noon. Toddlers Group 10.00am-12 Noon on Mondays in term time. Various other in-church actvities - please see our website.

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Public Services and Community Spaces

Community / Faith Centre
Silver

St Peters Ward (Hemel Hempstead Hospital)

St Peters Ward is a 20-bed rehabilitation unit at Hemel Hempstead Hospital supporting patients with physical and cognitive needs to improve independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

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Health and Social Care

Hospital
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Stevenage Arts and Leisure Centre

The Stevenage Arts and Leisure Centre is a leisure provider, theatre, gym, sports hall, group exercise sessions, the Healthy Hub Stevenage, home of the Memory Lane Dementia Cafe. Dementia patients can use the facilities through the Exercise Referral scheme at a concession price

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  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events
  • Dementia Friendly Staff

Hospitality and Leisure

Gym / Leisure Centre
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Stevenage FC Foundation

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Voluntary and Charity Sector

Local Charity
Silver

Stevenage Golf Course

The course is a 72-par,18-hole, available for beginners abd advanced golfers. There is also a par 3 pitch and putt course and a 20-bay floodlit Trackman range. Dementia friendly golf sessions are available

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  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events

Hospitality and Leisure

Café / Coffee Shop
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Stevenage Swimming Centre

Stevenage Swimming Centre has a community6-lane 25 meter pool, a shallow pool separated from the main pool with a moveable boom and a 12 meter teaching pool. The are quite swim times for those who require this.

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  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events

Hospitality and Leisure

Other Hospitality / Leisure
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The Kitchen Croxley

The Kitchen Croxley was established in 2014. It is a friendly, family-owned tearoom & coffee shop offering an all day menu. Our cakes are baked on the premises and Afternoon Tea is a highlight. We can bake celebration cakes to order, and also offer outside catering.

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Hospitality and Leisure

Café / Coffee Shop
Gold

The Red Shed Stevenage

The Red Shed is a dementia-friendly, therapeutic garden in Stevenage. We offer supportive gardening and nature-based activities for people living with dementia and their carers, providing a calm, welcoming space to connect, create and enjoy time outdoors.

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  • Staff Can Adjust Lighting/Noise
  • Offers space for dementia groups
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events

Voluntary and Charity Sector

Community Group / CIC
Gold

Tring Library

Tring Library located on Tring High Street, is a welcoming public space offering free access to books, computers, WiFi, printing, and study areas. It supports the community with regular activities, including digital help sessions and impairment groups, providing an inclusive environment for all.

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Public Services and Community Spaces

Library
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Walfinch, Welwyn & Bishops Stortford

At Walfinch we believe that activities are the key to a more fulfilling life, whatever your age. That’s why our carers always encourage at least ten minutes of activity during visits of 1 hour or more. It’s not about five mile hikes or visits to the gym – unless that’s what you want!

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  • Accessible Website
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  • Staff Can Adjust Lighting/Noise
  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events

Health and Social Care

Social Care Provider
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Watford FC

The Vicarage Road Stadium is home to Watford FC, who currently play in the EFL Championship.

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  • Hosts Dementia-Friendly Events

Hospitality and Leisure

Sports Club and Venues