East Kent Independent Dementia Support
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Friendship. Understanding. Community.

Life is better
with a little
company.

Supporting people living with dementia and their carers, with friendly groups and a warm welcome across East Kent.

Find a local group Meet EKIDS

Come as you are. No formal dementia diagnosis needed. Our groups are free to attend.

You’re welcome here
Find your path

How can we help you?

A friendly face. Someone who understands.
A place to feel part of things.

I’d like some company

Meet local people, share a cup of tea and find friendship at an EKIDS coffee morning.

Explore our groups

I care for someone

Spend time with people in similar circumstances, and volunteers with first-hand caring experience.

How EKIDS can help

I’d like to talk

Not sure where to start? Get in touch to ask a question or find out about your first visit.

Contact the charity
Information & understanding

Understanding dementia.

Looking for clear information? Explore these guides from Dementia UK, alongside the friendship and local support available through EKIDS.

An illustrative dementia-information booklet on a table beside a cup of tea

What is dementia?

Learn what dementia means, how it can affect people, and where to find further support.

Read more at Dementia UK

The links open information on Dementia UK’s website in a new tab. For a question about EKIDS or attending a local group, get in touch with us.

People gathered for tea, coffee and games at an EKIDS morning at the Windmill
A friendly face. A little company.

You are
not alone.

Whether you’re living with dementia, caring for someone, or looking for company and support, you’re welcome at EKIDS.

Our informal coffee mornings bring together people in similar circumstances. Our volunteers have first-hand experience of caring for someone with dementia and will help you settle in, introduce you to others and find useful support.

You don’t need a formal dementia diagnosis to attend. Our groups are free, and you’re welcome to contact us before your first visit.

Find a welcoming group
Something to look forward to

Upcoming events

All upcoming events
Original EKIDS Christmas Mini Fair poster: Tuesday 17 November, 10:30am to 12 noon at the Windmill Pub group; please bring cash
An EKIDS special occasion

Christmas Mini Fair

10:30am–12 noon

The Windmill Pub · Ramsgate

For EKIDS group members and people interested in joining the group.

Please bring cash.

Christmas fair details
Make time for a little company

Meetings coming up

All regular meetings

Coffee mornings, carers groups and support sessions. Find your next meeting, then open a card for the full visiting details.

Dates are based on the published regular schedules; holiday changes may apply. Please confirm your visit with EKIDS before travelling.

Your first step can be a conversation

Let’s find your local group.

Talk to EKIDS