The Weary Warriors Dementia Support Group was formed in 2021 to provide free help and support to those members caring for a partner or friend living with Dementia or Alzheimer’s.
We also have regular invited guests from all the professions that can provide us with useful information.
The group now has 30 members, ladies and gentlemen, and all English speaking individuals are welcome. The Weary Warriors now have three sections:
- The Weary Warriors for the carers of partners or family members
- The Silent Warriors, for those members who have partners or family members in Care Homes
- The Warrior Widows, or Widowers, for those who have lost their partners
The Weary Warriors meet on the 1st Tuesday of each month, in the private room of the Javea Golf Club from 10.45 to 12h,
The meeting dates for the next few months are as follows:
7 July, 4 August, 1 September, 6 October, 3 November, 1 December and Christmas Lunch 15 December
New members are made very welcome. We all understand the problems and concerns and help each other in so many ways, in particular with useful and practical information.
A warm welcome to Alex Stewart, the new WingMan of Lyn Baerfuss, Founder of the Weary Warriors. Alex is taking the helm at meetings for the moment, while Lyn is recovering at home from a lengthy bout of rheumatoid arthritis. Lyn continues to deal with the WW administration at home, advertising for and interviewing potential carers and sitters, for the husbands and wives who need a break and the opportunities to get out and about. Lyn is also available for details on how to obtain equipment, and other ways of making the care of those living with Dementia and Alzheimer’s an easier task.
For all enquiries about the Weary Warriors, WhatsApp Lyn on 692 059 257, or by email : lynbaerfuss@gmail.com.
The lovely Jane Morley continues to be the most efficient WingLady for the group. Both Alex and Jane meet and greet new members who arrive at the meetings, making them feel welcome and that they are amongst kindred spirits. Their first hand experience of Dementia is invaluable to the group and questions and concerns are speedily dealt with.
The weary warriors are affiliated to Take 5, an Activity Club that was created with carers in mind, offering a safe happy and stimulating environment for people living with dementia.
Take 5 takes place at The Jávea Bridge Club, Avenida de Paris, 2, every Tuesday and Thursday from 11 am to 3 pm.
The Weary Warriors have proudly supported and promoted Take 5 since its creation two years ago.
Take 5 is owned and run by Suzanne, a nurse registered in both Spain and the UK, with over 15 years of experience in dementia care. Her aim is to provide a safe, welcoming and stimulating space where people living with dementia can enjoy meaningful activities, while their families and carers feel included, supported and welcome. Take 5 recognises the importance of supporting not only the person living with dementia, but also the families who are on this journey alongside them, while offering carers a few valuable hours of respite.
Suzanne Louise Riches
Registered Nurse
Owner of Take 5 Activity Club & Moonstone Bespoke Training
Contact 0034 621 239 822