Barchester Healthcare is inviting members of the local community to its dementia café at Spen Court care home in Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire.

On every last Wednesday of the month from 2pm to 4pm the café will provide respite and social support to guests who will have a chance to meet other carers supporting people living with dementia.

During the care group session guests will also have a chance to meet the team at the home to discuss any questions they might have about care.

Acting general manager Kirsty Bamford said: “We’re really looking forward to making more friends in our local community. The condition itself can be quite lonely and frightening, and the more support we can provide to each other, the better. If anyone is unable to make it on the day but would like to pop in for a tour and a cup of tea, our doors are always open.”

Spen Court care home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, which is committed to delivering high-quality care across its care homes and hospitals. Spen Court provides residential care and dementia care for 45 residents from respite care to long-term stays.