What we do

Singing, moving, thinking and talking, all in good company. Everything is designed by occupational therapists, and everyone is welcome to just come and join in.

A Nigunim for Memory session, with a musician playing guitar

Nigunim for Memory

We sing the nigunim, Yiddish songs and tunes everyone grew up with. Music brings back memories, lifts the mood and helps people connect, even when words are hard. Children and grandchildren are very welcome too.

When
Mondays, 11:30am to 12:45pm
Where
Chabad Golders Green, 156 Golders Green Road, NW11 8HE

“When the music is on he is singing the words.” A daughter

Wooden chess pieces on a board in warm light

Chess Club

Friendly games and good conversation. Beginners and old hands are both welcome, and there is always someone to play.

When
Mondays, straight after Nigunim for Memory
Where
Chabad Golders Green, 156 Golders Green Road, NW11 8HE
An older man's hands holding an exercise band

Men’s Strength & Stretch

45 minutes of gentle, chair-based exercise for balance and strength, then lunch together. Just for the men, at a pace that suits you.

When
Thursdays, 12:30pm to 1:45pm
Where
Chabad Golders Green, 156 Golders Green Road, NW11 8HE

“I think I am getting slightly stronger.” A member

Two coffee cups on a café table

Carers’ Coffee Mornings

Looking after someone with dementia can feel lonely. Come and talk with people who really understand. There are separate mornings for men and women.

When
Wednesdays: men 9:30am, women 10:30am. Dates change monthly.
Where
Novellino Café, 103 Golders Green Road, NW11 8EN

“I leave feeling less alone.” A carer

An information booklet, reading glasses and a cup of tea

A friendly chat and advice

Worried about a parent’s memory, or not sure where to start? We’ll talk it through with you one to one, give you a clear information pack and point you to the right help.

When
Whenever you need us
Where
Call 07817 274873

Made for our community

  • Kosher refreshments, and lunch after exercise
  • Separate groups for men and women
  • Songs and tunes we all know and love
  • We celebrate Yom Tov together
  • Families of all ages welcome at Nigunim
  • Under the halachic guidance of Rabbi Zimmerman Shlit’a

Not sure what’s right for you?

Give us a ring and we’ll have a chat. No forms, no pressure.

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