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Older People Provider's & Memory Support Fayre - 5th March 2025

Drop in and join us on Wednesday 5th March between 2:00pm-4:00pm for the Older People Provider's & Memory Support Fayre at Howden Park Centre, Livingston.

Branded dementia bus outside Home Instead office

Event details

We are proud to be working with a variety of local services, groups, and organisations that will be hosting an ‘Older People Provider’s & Memory Support Fayre’ to help showcase the support that is available for ageing adults, their family members, carers, and other professionals across West Lothian.

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday 5th March

Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm (doors open from 1:30pm)

Venue: Howden Park Centre, Livingston

This event is open to everyone, including:

  • Ageing adults & their family members
  • Paid & unpaid carers
  • Professionals involved in supporting older adults

No booking is required for this event – just drop-in on the day.

Facebook Event Page
Howden Park Centre Livingston entrance

What information and advice will be available on the day?

  • Support and services that are available for older adults
  • Social, community groups and activities that are available locally
  • Memory issues and dementia awareness
  • Financial & Legal matters (e.g. benefits, power of attorney)
  • Support for family members and unpaid carers
  • Home safety awareness
  • Plus much more!

To showcase this, the event will consist of:

  • Stalls providing information and advice from a wide-range of over 30 different organisations, groups, and services that support ageing adults across West Lothian
  • Short ‘TED talk’ style presentations on a variety of different topics from local experts and services
  • Home Instead’s Virtual Dementia Tour Bus to allow attendees the opportunity to experience first-hand what it is like to live with dementia
  • Teas, coffees and refreshments will also be provided on the day for attendees
Two people standing at event stall with branded literature and posters - Home Instead

Which services, groups, and providers will be attending?

There is expected to be over 30 providers in attendance, with the following currently confirmed:

Memory Information Support Team logo

What is the Home Instead Virtual Dementia Tour Bus?

The Virtual Dementia Tour Bus provides a unique and impactful opportunity to step in to the shoes of someone with dementia. Using a scientifically and medically proven way of replicating dementia, it allows participants to experience first-hand what it’s like to live with the condition and the challenges this can present.

We are so excited to host the Virtual Dementia Tour Bus and provide local carers, family members, and other professionals within our community with this eye-opening experience. It is our hope that this initiative will create greater understanding, empathy and support for those living with dementia and their loved ones.

Home Instead branded dementia bus

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I turn up on the day without a booking? 

Yes! There is no need to register or book to attend the event, so please just drop in during the afternoon.

However, if you’d like to hear some of the talks and/or participate in the Home Instead Virtual Dementia Bus experience, we recommend arriving early to avoid disappointment.

Is this a dementia awareness event? 

While there is a dementia theme to certain elements of this event, such as Home Instead’s Virtual Dementia Bus, and some of the providers specialising in dementia support, there will also be lots of other advice and information on a wide range of topics available on the day. 

So whether you are looking for advice on financial or legal matters, support with staying safe at home, or are interested in what groups and activities are available for ageing adults locally, there should be something for everyone. 

How do I get there by car? 

Please note: if you are using a sat nav to locate the venue please use the postcode EH54 6BW. This will direct you to Toronto Avenue, Howden Park Centre is clearly signposted from here.

Is there car parking available?

Plentiful free parking is available – 115 spaces (8 disabled) for venue users. There is a parking system in place, so please remember to log your car registration at reception upon arrival.

How do I get there by public transport? 

Howden Park Centre is well served by buses – it is a 10 minute walk from the bus terminal at Livingston Shopping Centre. The closest bus stops are on Howden East and at the entrance to St John’s Hospital, with both a 2 minute walk away.

Is the venue accessible/disabled friendly? 

Howden Park Centre’s public areas are fully accessible for those with limited mobility. For any specific questions about the venue, please contact them directly on 01506 340700

How can I get involved in the event? 

If you work with a service, provider, group, or other organisation that support elderly people in West Lothian and would like to be involved in the event (such as by holding an information stall and/or giving a short talk on the day), we would love to hear from you. For more information, please contact us using the details below. 

Who are Home Instead? 

Rated a ‘Top 20 Homecare Provider’ in Scotland, Home Instead West Lothian provides care and support that allows our clients to maintain their independence, health, and vibrancy in their later years, while enabling them to remain where they feel happiest, safest, and the most comfortable – at home.

We are passionate about supporting ageing adults in the wider community, and are proud to work with other local organisations to produce our ‘What’s On Where Guide’, as part of our annual ‘Be A Santa To A Senior’ campaign, and to provide access to free advice, support, and resources – such as via local events like this one.

Who can I contact for more information? 

For any further questions or information on the Older People Provider’s Fayre, please contact Home Instead on 01506 346046 or email [email protected]