We are so pleased to be able to welcome Misbah of Foodbreak for a series of 4 cookery workshops.Learn to cook these dishes and then enjoy eating them!

About Misbah: 

I love food and everything about food. I love experimenting in my kitchen and creating new and healthy recipes.

I started food blogging in  2016 from my Facebook page called Foodbreak. I start running food based well being workshops 3 years ago. I have delivered food workshops for Bedford borough, MIND blmk and carers in Bedfordshire young carers team. Now I look forward to see you in my food workshops.

• Baked omelette 17 June
• Pakora 1 July
• Couscous and spicy bean currty 15 July
• Treat yourself flapjacks and iced coffee 29 July

If you would like to join us at any or all of the sessions, fill in the booking form and we will send the joining details through to you: Cookery with Misbah booking form

• 17th July    2.00-4.00 pm
• Free on Zoom 
• Join Amanda Thaxter and Geraldine Place from the adult carer support service as they guide you through the Five ways to wellbeing programme.
• You will learn and develop skills for relaxation, mindfulness, learning something new to support your emotional and physical well being.
• Allow your self time to invest in looking after youself, meet other carers and find out how your physical and emotional wellbeing can be improved by adopting five practices that you will find simple to include in your daily routine  
• For information contact Anna Kidman  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  07772 231208
• To register click on the link and we will email you the details of how to join the meeting Five Ways to Wellbeing registration form 

Chair Yoga for carers: Move - Breathe - Relax

• Wednesday mornings from 10am - 10:30am from 1st July with Trish Munro
• Free on Zoom
• The sessions are led by experienced and qualified yoga teacher, Trish Munro. Chair yoga is for everyone, no matter what age you are or what level of fitness you are at, you can experience the health benefits of yoga. The classes include gentle yoga stretches, breathing techniques & relaxation techniques to exercise the body and calm the mind. At the end of the session, the participant will feel better physically and mentally. You may find it easier to be sitting on something like a dining room chair rather than on an armchair but it is not essential.
• More information on Trish and her approach to yoga can be found at www.theyogafactory.co.uk
• Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to register

Arm chair yoga for carers

• When: Friday afternoons 3 - 3.30pm June and July
• How: Zoom, free
• The sessions are led by qualified yoga teacher, Linda Wheatley. You will be guided through breathing, gentle stretching and muscle activation techniques, working at your own pace and to your own ability. You may find it easier to be sitting on something like a dining room chair rather than on a squashy armchair but that’s not essential.
• To join please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we will ensure you get joining details nearer the time 

Art in the style of...

• When: Thursdays 11.30am from 25 June to 30 July
• How: Zoom, free. Donations welcome
• Provider: Natasha is an artist who provides creative workshops. She is part of a  social enterprise is called Real Inspiration that provides creative, community based workshops and projects. www.realinspiration.co.uk
• Over the next 6 weeks we will look at artwork by a different artist each week and have a go at working in their style. 

Week 1: Romero Britto, A current Brazilian artist. We will be looking at his landscapes and having a go at our own using simple shapes and pattern with bright colours.

For this session you will need paper,a pencil, rubber and colouring materials.
Natasha will use zoom to work you through the creative activities on paper.
Suitable for all abilities.

We look forward to getting together for some creative fun! 

• To join please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we will ensure you get joining details nearer the time 

Five Ways to Well being Workshop

• 17th July    2.00-4.00 pm
• Free on Zoom 
• Join Amanda Thaxter and Geraldine Place from the adult carer support service as they guide you through the Five ways to wellbeing programme.
• You will learn and develop skills for relaxation, mindfulness, learning something new to support your emotional and physical well being.
• Allow your self time to invest in looking after youself, meet other carers and find out how your physical and emotional wellbeing can be improved by adopting five practices that you will find simple to include in your daily routine  
• For information contact Anna Kidman  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  07772 231208
• To register click on the link and we will email you the details of how to join the meeting Five Ways to Wellbeing registration form

Music Sessions

• First Wednesday of each month 2pm-3pm. 
• Free on Zoom 
• For carers of someone living with dementia and/or someone living with dementia 
• Sing along to well known songs with Teela from Music 24 and her acoustic guitar. Fun and inclusive warm-ups plus the chance to dance. Lyrics provided on screen. 
• To book: contact Flora Stewart This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 07772 231 195 or 0300 111 9090

Poetry Group 

• Second Wednesday of each month 11am-12pm 
• Free on Zoom 
• For carers of someone living with dementia and/or someone living with dementia
• Bring and share your favourite poems, try out a quiz, or simply watch and enjoy.
• To book: contact Flora Stewart This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 07772 231 195 or 0300 111 9090

Tuesday Tea & Chat

•  Every Tuesday from 11 - 12 noon. Registered Carers welcome
• Zoom, free
• This session is hosted by a Support worker and is a chance to connect with others informally. 
• How to book: contact Jenny Harris This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Dunstable and Houghton Regis Area Groups 

• Every Tuesday starting Tuesday 12/05/20 from 2pm - 3pm.  Registered Carers welcome.
• Zoom, Free
• This group, hosted by a Support Worker, is for carers and is an opportunity for peer support, a chance to 'see' other carers and we will have any new information available, various activities including quizzes, as well as any ideas you may bring. It would be lovely to see you.
• How to book: contact Anna Kidman  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  07772 231208

Leighton Buzzard and Chiltern Vale Area Evening Group 

• Every other Tuesday 7pm - 8pm starting from Tuesday 05/05/20.  Registered Carers welcome.
• Zoom, Free
• This group, hosted by a Support Worker, is for carers and is an opportunity for peer support, a chance to 'see' other carers and we will have any new information available, various activities including quizzes, as well as any ideas you may bring.  It is a great opportunity  if you cannot access daytime groups.  It would be lovely to see you.
• How to book: contact Anna Kidman  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  07772 231208

Leighton Buzzard Groups Zoom Meeting 

• Every Thursday 11am - 12.00.  Registered Carers welcome.
• Zoom, Free  
• This group, hosted by a Support Worker, is for carers and is an opportunity for peer support, a chance to 'see' other carers and we will have any new information available, various activities including quizzes, as well as any ideas you may bring. It would be lovely to see you.
• How to book: contact Anna Kidman  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  07772 231208

Parent Carers

We are hosting the following Zoom meetings for parent carers to give you opportunities to get together online from any location

• Mondays 10.00-11.00am
• Tuesdays  8.00-9.00pm
• Wednesdays 11.00-12.00 pm 
• Via Zoom, FREE
• To book: email one of our parent carer support worker who will forward you the joining details 
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Monday Evening Mental Health Carers Group

• Second Monday of each month from 6.30 until 8 pm.  
• Open to carers supporting a family member or friend with a mental health difficulty. 
• For more information email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Dementia Carers Groups

• Tuesdays fornightly from 2pm-3pm
• First Thursday of the month 10:30am-11:30am
• Keep in contact and exchange information and tips with other carers who care for someone with memory loss and dementia. The sessions are hosted by a support worker.
• To book: contact Flora Stewart This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 07772 231 195 or 0300 111 9090

Ask Claire

• Second Thursday of each month 11am-12pm. 
• Question and answer session with Claire Day, dementia nurse specialist. 
• To book: contact Flora Stewart This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  07772 231 195 or 0300 111 9090

The dementia services team are running a number of regular Zoom groups and events. Please check out the events page on the Memory Navigation Service website to find out more.

You can also sign up to receive 'Activities to try at home' quiz and reminiscence sheets which are sent out weekly via email or post. For more information please contact the Memory Navigation Service on 0300 111 9090 or you can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . 

Events information