Community Involvement

It's important to stay sociable as we age to avoid the serious impact of loneliness. Stay connected and have fun by joining a social group!

Two elderly individuals wearing colorful attire and hats, joyfully shaking tambourines at a table. - Home Instead

What's on where?

Our communities provide a variety of stimulating activities for older adults to enjoy, but it can be challenging to find all of the information in one place. This inspired Home Instead to create a guide to ‘What’s on Where’ (WOW) – the Community Services & Wellbeing Guide.

We are also highly aware of our societal responsibilities. We seek to address loneliness and social isolation, among other issues that older people, their families, and caretakers confront.

A dementia diagnosis changes the lives of everyone involved, but we know that it is possible to live well with the condition. Participating in events and being a part of the local community may have an impact, and we want to do our bit to make people affected feel appreciated, involved, and supported.

Check out what’s on in Eastbourne, Hailsham, Polegate, and the surrounding areas by downloading our ‘What’s on Where’ booklet and completing the form on the right.

Our Community Cafes

Our community group provides a safe environment for older people to meet, enjoy some entertainment and each other’s company. Our sessions offer a range of activities for people to get involved with, including live music, games and special themed sessions. Run by Home Instead Eastbourne & Hailsham in partnership with the Wealden Dementia Action Alliance, those who attend the cafes are encouraged to take an active role.

Book your space today!
The image shows a bright lime-green flyer for the "Willingdon Community Cafe" organized by "Home Instead". The cafe runs on the 1st Thursday of each month from 2pm to 4pm at Trinity Church Hall, Coppice Avenue, BN20 9PN. The flyer highlights that it's a FREE service for local people offering entertainment and activities, and is dementia friendly. There are photos showing seniors enjoying themselves at the cafe, some wearing colorful leis and festive accessories. Contact information is provided to book a place: phone number 01323 819191 or email info.eastbourne@homeinstead.co.uk. At the bottom, the flyer notes that the cafe is provided in partnership with Wealden Dementia Action Alliance and supported by Haine & Son Funeral Directors, Care UK, and Wealden Dementia Action Alliance (with their logos displayed).