Tŷ Hapus provides daytime respite in a homely and comfortable environment. Guests can engage in meaningful activities, chat, sing, or just relax . A diagnosis of dementia doesn’t mean that you can’t take part, do things, or laugh and have fun. We hold themed events, enjoy relaxed lunches together at the table and engage in sporting activities in our lounge or garden space. When weather allows, we enjoy trips out and make the most of local amenities, museums, parks, and cafes.
Whilst our Barry Island premises are homely and attractive, we recognise that some people prefer to be kept busy in other ways. We have responded by creating opportunities for activities such as dog walking, fishing, pub skittles, exercise to music, Tai Chi in the park, planned walks, plus more.
Community Outreach
In November 2021 Tŷ Hapus started providing a day service every Wednesday at the Sbectrwm Centre in Fairwater, Cardiff. This has been a real success enabling Tŷ Hapus to provide its unique respite service to those in the Cardiff area. We run activities through the day and use the Sbectrwm centre’s facilities for drinks and lunches.
Counselling
Tŷ Hapus is currently able to offer up to 6 free counselling sessions for family and friends of people living with dementia. with a third-year student from the University of South Wales.
Family Support
We aim to include families and friends of the people we support in all we do and are flexible in how we offer that support. We welcome family members or paid carers to join us where ‘shared support’ is preferred.
Tuesday 1.15pm – 3:00pm
Musical Memories is a fun and interactive session exploring different musical genres and decades. The sessions are popular and very sociable with lots of singing and laughter. This is a supported activity when carers accompany the guest with dementia.
Mon – Fri 9.30am – 5.00pm
The Ty Hapus Support Team can be contacted to provide practical and emotional support to people with a dementia diagnosis and their family and friends.