Tapestry Day Club
Tapestry Day Club is a charity that provides the opportunity for people in Surrey and West Sussex with early-stage dementia to enjoy an engaging and enjoyable day out in small groups within the family home of one of our wonderful hosts on a regular basis, in some areas up to three times per week.
Tapestry Day Club achievements
- Since 2019, they have supported 230 guests and family carers.
- In 2024, Tapestry Day Club provided 14,886 respite hours to support family carers.
- Currently Tapestry Day Club have 14 active hosts, who are providing 17 club days each week.
- Between January and May 2025, guests attended 1,307 Tapestry Club Days. Which provided 7,896 respite hours for families and carers.
- 31% of guests attend Tapestry Day Club more than once a week.
Report Key Findings
Guests benefit from:
- Reduced social isolation
- Improved mood and cognitive stimulation
- Safe, home-like, small-group environment
- 97% rated the service “Excellent”
Carers benefit from:
- Much-needed respite
- Reduced stress and burnout
- Improved mental and emotional well-being
Hosts benefit from:
- Hearing amazing stories
- Creating meaningful social connections
- Local community engagement
Survey Highlights
- 97% loved home-cooked meals
- 94% appreciated the family home setting
- Guests reported higher confidence, motivation, and quality of life
- Carers reported improvements in emotional and physical health
- Loneliness and isolation decreased for both groups
Testimonials
“It has changed her life... she just loves going. It’s given her a reason to not give up.”
“Tapestry Day Club gave me my Tuesday back and I know she is well cared for.”
Mum enjoys the club so much and gets so much from it, makes me happy. I know she is safe and well looked after and I don’t feel guilty now having time for myself.
Tapestry Day Club
Read the full report with feedback from guests and hosts and to learn more about Tapestry Day Club.
