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Dementia Support
Suffolk Community Libraries is committed to helping people live well with dementia by providing access to information, practical support, social opportunities and specialist resources within local communities.
Libraries are uniquely placed to deliver this support. They are trusted community spaces that are free to access, welcoming to all and located across Suffolk. Library staff regularly help people find information, connect with local services and discover activities that support wellbeing.
We also offer a special type of library card if you are living with dementia. The Memory Library Card incurs no fees or charges, so if customers forget to return library items on time, they won’t be charged. Please ask at your library about a memory card.
If you have any questions about our dementia support scheme, email wellbeing@suffolk.gov.uk.
Dementia loan scheme
Recommended books
Children's books
Dementia support groups
Browse upcoming groups taking place in our libraries.
Library event Daphne’s Dementia Café
A twice-monthly informal café for those living with dementia including family and friends.
- Date
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Mon 9 Nov 2026+ 39 more dates
- Time
- 14:00 – 16:00
- Place
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Capel St Mary Library, The Street, Ipswich
Library event Dementia Support Group at Ipswich
A weekly support group for anyone experiencing dementia, including family and carers.
- Date
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Mon 9 Nov 2026Every Monday
- Time
- 14:15 – 15:45
- Place
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Ipswich County Library, Northgate Street, Ipswich
Library event Care to Dance
A dementia-friendly dance class to share the joy of movement and music with loved ones.
- Date
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Wed 11 Nov 2026On the second Wednesday of every month
- Time
- 10:30 – 11:30
- Place
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Stowmarket Library, Stowmarket
Library event Dementia & Long Term Health Conditions Support Group
A friendly and informal support group for those with dementia and other long-term health conditions.
- Date
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Fri 20 Nov 2026+ 19 more dates
- Time
- 11:00 – 12:30
- Place
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Saxmundham Library, Street Farm Road, Saxmundham
Library event Continuing To Live Well With Alzheimer's: Talk with Peter Berry and Deb Bunt
An insightful talk into Peter's evolving world and his experience with Alzheimer's.
- Date
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Thu 26 Nov 2026
- Time
- 10:00 – 11:00
- Place
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Saxmundham Library, Street Farm Road, Saxmundham
Library event Friday Friends: Dementia drop-in café
A welcoming monthly drop-in for anyone living with dementia, including family and carers.
- Date
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Fri 4 Dec 2026On the first Friday of every month
- Time
- 10:00 – 12:00
- Place
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Stradbroke Library, Queen Street, Eye
Library event Sunshine & Smiles: Dementia-Friendly Café
A cosy place for carers and those they care for to get together and enjoy refreshments.
- Date
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Fri 4 Dec 2026+ 1 more date
- Time
- 10:00 – 12:00
- Place
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Stoke Library, Maidenhall Approach, Ipswich
Further resources and support
People living with dementia, their carers, families and friends may find the following organisations and resources helpful for information, advice and ongoing support.
Alzheimer's Society
Information, practical advice, local support services and a dedicated Dementia Support Line for people living with dementia, carers and families.
Dementia UK
Specialist support from Admiral Nurses, with information and advice for anyone affected by dementia. Dementia UK provide free, life-changing support and advice to anyone affected by dementia.
Shaftesbury
NHS Dementia Guide
Trusted NHS information about dementia, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, care and support.
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