current members of the charter
The organisations listed below have been recognised by the Dementia Action
Alliance as Dementia Friendly. If when visiting or using their services, you feel that
they have not demonstrated the values of our Charter, please contact us so that we
can work with that organisation and find out what we can do to help and improve.
Community and Faith
St. Ambrose Church, Leyland
Moss Lane, Leyland
01772 623426
www.stambrose.info
St Ambrose Church has a large number
of Dementia Friends therefore it is
ensured that at every service, function or
event there will be a Dementia Friend in
attendance to be understanding of the
needs of those living with dementia and
provide any required support. Both the
Church and the Halls are equipped with
disabled toilets tailored with
requirements for those living with
dementia.
Leyland United Reformed Church,
Leyland
Quin Street, Leyland
01772 4211322
www.leylandurc.org.uk
This Church is committed to being a
Dementia Friendly Church, and has a
significant amount of Dementia Friends,
both adults and younger people. Those
living with dementia are encouraged to
continue to play an active role in church
life by remaining on rotas and helping
out at events and fundraisers. It is
ensured that everybody is respected and
feels valued, with discreet support
always provided from a Dementia Friend.
Local Services and Organisations
South Ribble Borough Council
Civic Centre, West Paddock, Leyland
01772 625625
www.southribble.gov.uk
The Council ensures that all front-line
staff that deal residents on a day-to-day
basis are Dementia Friends, therefore
providing them with the knowledge and
expertise to be supportive and
understanding. Furthermore, many
senior officers and elected Councillors
are also trained as Dementia Friends
ensuring that consideration is given to
those living with dementia across all
strategies, policies and plans.