Illustration of the dementia-friendly Tide & Times café with two people seated at a table and two people standing near the counter. The barista is serving drinks behind the counter.

Dementia friendly café

Opens Tuesday, 22 September 2026

10:30 am to 12:30 pm

Cheltenham Golf Club

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We provide a relaxed, café-style setting where the focus is the person, not their diagnosis.

What’s on offer

Social activities and connection

  • Refreshments
    Enjoy tea, coffee and light snacks in a comfortable atmosphere.

  • Creative engagement
    Regular music and art sessions designed for all abilities.

  • Real conversation
    A space to talk, listen, laugh and simply be.

Two women enjoying friendship and social connection at the Tide & Times dementia friendly café.

One-on-one support

  • Companionship
    Friendly support from our trained volunteers.

  • Private spaces
    For caregivers to chat confidentially.

  • Peer support
    Connect with others who truly understand your journey.

A man living with younger onset dementia and Down syndrome receiving one-on-one support at the Tide and Times café.

Information and education

Stay informed with regular sessions led by healthcare, legal and community experts.

  • Expert insights
    Guest speakers covering dementia care and holistic wellbeing.

  • Caregiver support
    Dedicated sessions on respite, self-care and burnout prevention.

  • Practical guidance
    Helping you navigate the aged care system and advance care planning.

Guest speaker sharing information at the Tide & Times dementia-friendly café.

Resources library

Access our curated collection of evidence-based materials, including:

  • the Walking Together dementia booklets

  • up-to-date directories of local services

  • information on specialised support programs.

Man reading available resources at the Tide & Times dementia friendly café.

Frequently asked questions

  • No. We understand the path to diagnosis can be long. We welcome anyone noticing cognitive changes who feels they would benefit from our community.

  • Absolutely. We are a judgement-free space. Our trained volunteers are on-site to provide a supportive hand when things feel overwhelming.

  • While our volunteers provide companionship and general support, the café experience is designed to be shared with a family member, friend or carer. If you require one-on-one support, we ask that a companion attends with you.

  • Please reserve your spot in advance so we can ensure plenty of volunteers are on hand to welcome everyone.

  • Attendance is free. You will just need to purchase your own coffee, tea or refreshments from the venue.

What makes us unique?

  • Culturally inclusive

    Welcoming families from all backgrounds and walks of life.

  • Judgement-free

    A safe space for the ‘bad days’ and the ‘big questions’.

  • Person-centred

    Focusing on the person, not their diagnosis.

  • Community-led

    Prioritising human connection, away from a clinical atmosphere.

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