The winter months can be a difficult time for everyone but this is even more evident for people living with health concerns and dementia. The cold weather can feel restrictive; putting a halt on trips and outdoor activities which can be distressing for active and social people and the lower light can impact visibility, increasing the need for artificial light as the days become shorter. However, some simple tweaks within the home can open up this seemingly restrictive space and bring the outdoors in, offering a sense of community, choice and normalcy.

Gather friends and family for this indoor café date idea or put your own twist on it with some of your other favourite community spaces.