Welcome to Dementia Friendly West Berkshire

Who are we?
We are a group of individuals, volunteers and organisations including local businesses, the local authority, the emergency services, charities and more, who are committed to working together to make West Berkshire more dementia-friendly.

What do we do?
We work together with people living with dementia and their carers to ensure their voices are heard. Our aim and purpose is to raise awareness of dementia, and increase the range and diversity of services available, reducing loneliness and isolation and increasing inclusivity and support.

What events and activities do you offer?
We have lots of events and activities for people with dementia and their carers - take a look at the 'What's On?' section below.
For a downloadable brochure about Dementia Friendly West Berkshire please click the link below.

How can I find out more?
Read through this website or download our brochure to find out more about us. Got questions? Contact our coordinator by clicking the 'email us' link at the top of this page.

What's on?

There’s so much going on across West Berkshire for people with dementia and their carers.

Whether you’re looking for information, support, the opportunity to make new friends or simply to get out and about, we have something for everyone.

Why not come along and join us?

Did you know?

May 19th – 23rd 2025 is Dementia Action Week!

We have lots of special events happening on throughout the week at various locations across West Berkshire, from information and support to fun, music and even a garden party!

Meet the team:

Our Chair Colin Waugh brings a wealth of experience to the group.

Colin has had a successful career in engineering, culminating in leading the business development team of a technology research centre. He brings experience in all aspects of business, strategy, facilitation and is passionate about creativity and innovation. Colin has led many collaborative initiatives and has a proven track record of bringing diverse organisations together.

His aim is now to work with charities and as dementia currently having an impact on his family, it is a natural area to support.

He is originally from Scotland, but has made West Berkshire his home for over 30 years. Colin has a honours degree in electronic engineering, is a fellow of the Institution of Engineering and Technology, and is a chartered engineer.

Contact Colin via e mail: Chair@dfwb.co.uk

Our Dementia Coordinator is Victoria Howell-Jones.

Victoria is keen to support Dementia Friendly West Berkshire in its ongoing efforts to make its communities more dementia friendly. She has a wide range of experience working in healthcare and a wealth of knowledge about dementia.

Contact Victoria via email: DFWBerkshire@AgeUKBerkshire.org.uk

Members of Dementia Friendly West Berkshire include:

And many more.