Imagine a service that provides you with a holistic support system, nurturing your mind, body, and soul, all for the affordable price of just £10 an hour. A service that gives you access to beautiful green spaces, offers socialisation and new friendships, encourages physical activity, and provides a safe environment for you or your lovedContinueContinue reading “Golf: The Ultimate Value for Money Holistic Support Service”
Category Archives: Dementia
Golfing Bonds: a tee-riffic journey of dads and daughters at Golf in Society
As Scotland started to emerge from the first Covid19 lockdown, two daughters Nikki and Anjali learned about Golf in Society and separately approached us about the prospect of their dads commencing our supported golf sessions. They both believed it would be a wonderful way for their fathers to continue enjoying their passion for golf alongsideContinueContinue reading “Golfing Bonds: a tee-riffic journey of dads and daughters at Golf in Society”
Celebrating National Young Onset Dementia Day
Golf in Society’s Inspiring Partnership with Dementia Forward On the 24th of October, National Young Onset Dementia Awareness Day, we were thrilled to share some heartwarming news that will undoubtedly bring joy and hope to all those affected by early-onset Alzheimer’s. Dementia Forward, a remarkable organisation, has joined forces with Golf in Society for anContinueContinue reading “Celebrating National Young Onset Dementia Day”
Providing Value For Money In Comparison To The Health Industry
Golf in Society’s services are an incredible value for money compared to the rest of the health and care industry. For as little as £10 per hour, people living with chronic illness and their carers can access a comprehensive range of benefits. Our program provides access to green spaces, social opportunities, and a break fromContinueContinue reading “Providing Value For Money In Comparison To The Health Industry”
Research Proves How Golf in Society is Transforming Lives
Since I started my social mission six years ago I’ve struggled to get Health & Social Care stakeholders on board. The biggest issue has been the lack of evidence on the impact Golf in Society has on people’s lives. Last year I was lucky enough to be accepted onto Sheffield Hallam University’s Wellbeing Accelerator programme.ContinueContinue reading “Research Proves How Golf in Society is Transforming Lives”
Time to Relax for Unpaid Carers – part two
Following on from Linda’s blog about the first day of their recent “Time to Relax” leisure break, I’m delighted to share the second half of Linda’s story with you. So Linda, it’s over to you to take us through day two.. Linda Barnes – Wife to Carer I’m getting some breakfast juice. I return toContinueContinue reading “Time to Relax for Unpaid Carers – part two”
Can a common goal be the catalyst to new relationships?
Guest Blog – Written by Aidan Carswell I believe it is. So where did It all start? My journey started when I was 11, both of my parents worked full time and as a result I spent a lot of my time after school around at friends houses or childminders, I loved it. It openedContinueContinue reading “Can a common goal be the catalyst to new relationships?”
Join The Club – Golf In Society Leads The Way
The last place many families living with dementia would think of going for an enjoyable day out would be their local golf club. An uncomfortable truth for the golf industry is that public perceptions of golf clubs remain unchanged despite numerous campaigns to change them. That’s why we’re so proud of leading the way inContinueContinue reading “Join The Club – Golf In Society Leads The Way”
More Proof Why Golf Is A Wonder Drug
Who would have know that golf is one of the new wonder drugs. It has the power to reduce chronic illness, improve healthy ageing, reduce loneliness, give people a sense of purpose and reduce the inactivity timebomb facing our nation. A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of listening to the attached presentation byContinueContinue reading “More Proof Why Golf Is A Wonder Drug”
Proving that golf is good for carers too
In a week when the focus has been on the challenges facing carers, it’s timely that a research study will start tomorrow at Lincoln Golf Centre to look at the impact our golf sessions have on the lives of carers. Sociology students from The University of Lincoln will be conducting a study into the differenceContinueContinue reading “Proving that golf is good for carers too”