Cherish Dementia Holidays C.I.O.
Holidays for people with dementia
All About Cherish
Who are we?
Cherish was founded by Janet Wright, a former Occupational Therapist, who became aware, whilst working with people with dementia and their carers, of the benefits that could be derived from assisted holidays and day trips. Together with John Mather and a team of volunteers they ran holidays for over 10 years.
History
In 2006 the first holiday was organised and following it's success others were organised each year until in 2012 Cherish was formally set up and Charitable status was granted by the Charity Commission.
On 31st January 2020 we became Cherish Dementia Holidays CIO. This has been registered at the Charity Commission and from that date we have used this new title and the old Cherish Dementia Holiday Trust has been closed down. All our events will carry on as normal. Our registered charity number is 1186562.
Aims and Objectives
Cherish's aim is to provide affordable assisted holidays and day trips to people with Dementia and their Carers, usually husbands and wives, daughters or sons or anyone who provides a substantial amount of care. Importantly each couple needs to be self-caring as no personal care is on offer.
How do I find out more?
Details of the holidays and day trips are contained in newsletters which are sent out several times a year. To receive these a membership form needs to be completed. There is no charge to be a member. See Contact details for how to apply.
What are the benefits?
As well as a break, the holiday gives people the opportunity to meet others in the same situation. People with dementia enjoy the company of others in the same boat and benefit from the Carer’s undivided attention. Carers are able to discuss problems and share experiences. Often friendships are forged and telephone numbers exchanged, thus providing a lasting supportive network for the future.
A New
Patron for Cherish
Dave Willetts supports local dementia charity
For the last 30 years, Dave has been one of this Country’s leading musical theatre stars. He was the first person in the world to play the leading roles in both LES MISERABLES and PHANTOM of the OPERA, amongst many others. For the last 3 years, he has led the SINGING for the BRAIN sessions in Coventry on behalf of the Alzheimer's Society. This has now become the biggest attended session in the UK.
We are delighted to tell you that an award of £6,000 has been made to us from the Wesleyan Foundation. Thank you to the Heart of England Foundation for putting our name forward for this grant.
Youell Family Fund
We are grateful to receive another donation of £2,000 this year from the Youell Family Fund. Mr and Mrs Youell have made regular donations to us over many years since our conception in 2006. Since the death of Mr Youell the Heart of England now ensure that we continue to receive donations from the Family Trust Fund. We are grateful to them for this continued support.
Ladies Gateway Club, Christ the King Community Centre
We are very grateful to the Ladies Gateway Club for choosing Cherish as their charity for 2022. On the 5th January they donated a cheque for £1,064.00 for which we give them massive thanks.
Also thanks to Barbara Hobbs, one of our members who kindly put our name forward on this occasion. Thank you Barbara.
The Gateway Club meet on the first and third Thursday evening of every month at Christ the King Community Centre. They are looking to increase their membership so if any ladies would like more information on joining them please contact Sally.
Donations
Sue Hine, a long time member of Cherish and a former Trustee, has donated £120 being monies given in her husband Reg's name. Thank you Sue.
We would like to say a big thank you for a donation of £400 that we have received from Wolvey Woofers. One of their group members nominated Cherish as a local charity that they would like to support this year. We very much appreciate this donation.
A donation has been received from Tamworth 41 Club of £50 which we received via John Wood. Thank you to them.
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Last updated on 25th August 2023
