Who are we?
WRAP – Warwickshire Reminiscence Action Project – was set up 25 years ago to support and train people caring for older people in our community and began its life under the control of Warwickshire’s Community Education Service.
Since then, WRAP’s support services have grown and adapted to their needs. We understand just how demanding looking after a loved one living with dementia can be. We’re here for you, whether it’s to lend an ear or help you access the training, funding and support you need.
It’s estimated that around 850,000 people are living with dementia in the UK and 650,000 people are caring for a loved one living with dementia of some form, which can be lonely and overwhelming. Together we hope to make the valuable job you are already doing that little bit easier.
What is Reminiscence?
Reminiscence is what what we all do from time to time, chatting about past times, recalling memories and reliving experiences.
Reminiscing creates a greater sense of wellbeing and is known to improve self-esteem and confidence. This in turn leads to improved quality of life for our loved ones and also leads to more supportive and engaged carers, volunteers and staff.
On this website you’ll find resources for dementia care from details about our memory box loan scheme, Reminiscence Therapy & Reminiscence Awareness training days and programmes, to news about dementia-friendly trips and events.
LAALO returns to the community! Our next six week information and support programme starts Thursday 22nd September and it’s FREE! – REGISTER now!
If you are Looking After A Loved One with dementia then this programme is for you. Come along and meet experts who can help you deal with all aspects of your journey.
WHERE: Stratford Methodist Church Hall, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6PH
TIME: 10am – 12noon
DATES: 22nd September to 27th October 2022
Email wrap1@hotmail.co.uk or call us on either 07803 729894 or 01789 261061. Leave us a message with your name and telephone number and we will get back to you as quickly as possible. You can find more information on our Training page of the website.
If you cannot find what you are looking for, please contact us. Above all, if you’re looking after a loved one, remember you are not alone.
Focus Areas 2021 – 2022
After a difficult year we are so pleased to be up and running again, providing support and connection in person (SAFELY) as well as continuing telephone support to our very special WRAP community.
What’s On:
LAALO programme returns
WRAP Resource Centre is open! Join our fantastic Resource Centre for only £84 a year and get access to a vast array of Trigger boxes, artifacts, books, pictures all designed to stimulate conversation, invoke memories, and connect us to our precious memories and loved ones.
Café WRAP Muse is held every Friday from 2 – 4pm at Bishopton Community Centre. Come and join this FREE lively and supportive group for people living with dementia and their loved ones. Refreshments, interesting talks, fun activities including drumming, singing, creative crafts and much more!
Our Day Care Services will soon be starting … watch this space!
Focus Areas 2021 – 2022