Dementia awareness grants now available across county

Denbighshire Voluntary Services Council (DVSC) has launched its fourth Dementia Aware  Grant Round. 

A total of £26,000 is available to support activities and initiatives spreading awareness about dementia throughout the county.

The grant is open to the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector, town and community councils, small businesses and individuals in Denbighshire.

DVSA says: "Due to the #COVID19 public health emergency there is an urgent need for additional support for voluntary and community groups, town and community councils, social enterprises and small business but also individuals who work to spread awareness about dementia or who support people living with dementia and their carers.

"DVSC saw many dementia awareness projects and programmes come to a standstill due to restrictions and lockdown. Rethinking and redefining delivery often comes with a cost. Denbighshire Voluntary Services Council now wishes to support these renewed projects."

Lisa Williams, Finance & Business Manager at DVSC, explained: "We are also looking forward to learn about new initiatives that can benefit from our Dementia Aware Denbighshire Community Led Grants.

“The ultimate aim is to continue to spread dementia awareness throughout Denbighshire and beyond with a response that is safe, effective and boosts community spirit.”

The Dementia Aware Denbighshire Grants have been enabled by funding from the Welsh Government Integrated Care Fund.

DVSC has a total of £26,000 to distribute to support voluntary community action across the county.

Grants up to £2,000 are available for Voluntary and Community Groups, Third Sector Organisations, social enterprises and small businesses (less than 100 employees) who operate in Denbighshire. Individuals can apply for grants up to £250.

Lisa added: “Its purpose is to enable community led activity raising awareness about dementia in local communities.

"Grants are available for events, activities and training sessions, which can raise awareness about dementia and encourage people to turn awareness into action and improvement in their communities or for alternative delivery of existing programmes.

"We are operating a rapid grant decision-making process with applications being considered on a rolling basis until funds are disbursed.”

* To apply for the grant, fill out DVSC’s online application for groups and businesses here or for individuals here.

If you want advice and guidance you contact DVSC’s bilingual Community Support team member, Rhys@dvsc.co.uk or call him on 01824 702441.