Availability : North East
Who is this for?
- People aged 65 years old and over and with a diagnosis of dementia or cognitive impairment
Description
NEDC provides person- centred (outcome focused) day care and support for people living in the North East Edinburgh area whose lives have been affected directly or indirectly by dementia. The service has expanded to also support older people starting from April 1, 2025. NEDC offers person-centred, outcome-focused day care and support for individuals in North East Edinburgh affected by dementia, operating six days a week throughout the year with 174 weekly places.
NEDC provides person-centred, outcome-focused daycare and support for people affected by dementia.
NEDC’s ethos is to provide a nurturing service, which encourages you to develop your full potential by recognising your individual needs and celebrating your personal strength. NEDC can support you to live in your own home for as long as possible, delaying or avoiding the need for residential care, whilst also providing support to carers.
NEDC aims to:
- provide fun and interesting things to do which are guided by what you want to do
- provide time, help, advice and ‘an ear’
- provide an option of care which may assist you to maintain independence
- provide a high quality, best value service from friendly well trained staff and volunteers.
How do I access this?
- Self referral
- Referral by third party
Is there a cost?
Daily day care contribution of £11.03 per day.
*The cost for private places is £75.50.
Location information
- Public parking available
- Wheelchair access
- Translation service available
Opening times
| Monday | 09:00 - 15:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 15:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 15:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 15:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 15:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 15:00 |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
Contact Details
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Downloads
NEDC referral form
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