As part of the celebration of the life of Maurice Keeble Redfearn, we are asking for donations instead of flowers, with the donations being given to Forget Me Notts.

Since moving from Riding Mill in Northumberland to West Bridgford, Nottingham mum and dad have been attending sessions at Forget Me Notts. This charity has been fantastic in helping dad whilst living with dementia and mum in being a carer for dad.

Forget Me Notts seeks to help individuals by providing a safe environment and stimulating activities for individuals living with dementia, with sessions taking in golf, badminton, bowls, chairobics, or simply the opportunity to relax in an informal setting.

The scheme also facilitates a peer support network, a moment of respite and access to expert advice for carers. Alzheimers UK research has found that almost two-thirds of carers say they have had insufficient support, or even none at all.

Currently, upwards of 70 individuals attend monthly cafe sessions at Trent Bridge, with over 40 taking advantage of sports activities delivered at Edwalton Golf Centre, Rushcliffe Arena and Melbourne Park.

The programme has previously won the Health and Wellbeing Award at the Celebrating Rushcliffe Awards, and has been named Community Group of the Year by Active Notts.