Golf in Society in the North East is providing a supportive community for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease, Dementia, and people facing physical and mental health concerns. Golf has long been a popular sport, captivating enthusiasts with its competitive nature, elegant swings, and picturesque landscapes. However, in recent years, golf has transcended mere recreation toContinue reading “Golf in Society: Enriching Lives and Building Community in North East England”
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Golf in Society’s Research Project: A Holistic Support Service for Older Adults
In the bustling city of Sheffield, an exciting research project is underway. Golf in Society is offering older adults a FREE 12-Week holistic support service at their local golf club. The aim of this project is to explore the benefits of opening up new spaces as healthy ageing hubs, where individuals can receive the support they needContinue reading “Golf in Society’s Research Project: A Holistic Support Service for Older Adults”
Dementia & Age Friendly Golf Sessions Launching in the Red Rose County.
As part of the UKRI Healthy Ageing Challenge, we are continuing our expansion of dementia & age friendly golf venues further across the UK, venturing into the red rose county of Lancashire. We are happy to announce that in partnership with Chorley Council, Duxbury park golf course in Chorley will be our next new ageContinue reading “Dementia & Age Friendly Golf Sessions Launching in the Red Rose County.”
Dementia Friendly Golf Sessions to Launch in Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire & Derbyshire.
As part of the UKRI Healthy Ageing Challenge, we are expanding our dementia friendly golf venues further across the UK. Launching at Newark Golf Club UK on the Nottinghamshire/Lincolnshire border on the 28th of April. Followed by Alfreton Golf Club on the 9th of May We will be offering FREE TASTER SESSIONS for people livingContinue reading “Dementia Friendly Golf Sessions to Launch in Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire & Derbyshire.”
Dementia Friendly Golf Sessions to Launch in Sheffield
As part of the UKRI Healthy Ageing Challenge, we are expanding our dementia friendly golf venues further across the UK. Firstly launching at Hillsborough Golf Club UK in Sheffield on the 26th of April. We will be offering FREE TASTER SESSIONS every Tuesday between 10am – 3pm, for people living with diagnosis; Dementia, Parkinson’s disease,Continue reading “Dementia Friendly Golf Sessions to Launch in Sheffield”
Dementia-Friendly Golf Sessions Put Fun At The “Fore”
Here’s a lovely guest blog from the Alzheimer’s Society following a recent visit to see the special work we’re doing to support families living with dementia. Recently, Programme Partnerships Officer Steven McFadyen visited people with dementia who enjoy playing sport and being active together. He is looking to support leisure centres, gyms and sports clubsContinue reading “Dementia-Friendly Golf Sessions Put Fun At The “Fore””
Dementia & Golf Research Released By University of Lincoln
In a week when the whole world is focussed on taking action to support families living with dementia and finding a cure for this devastating disease, it seems fitting to share with you an excellent dementia research project produced by students from the University of Lincoln. In partnership with Golf In Society, Lincoln Golf CentreContinue reading “Dementia & Golf Research Released By University of Lincoln”