Run your own disco

Are you looking to bring joy, music and connection to people living with dementia in your local community? Find out how to start a Dementia Disco in your area.

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Get people dancing

We launched Dementia Disco in Stockport, and its incredible success has inspired us to bring the same joy to new communities. To make this happen, we’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help set up and run regular discos in new locations.

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Role description

Get started by making sure this is the right volunteering role for you. Below is a breakdown of the requirements and responsibilities involved in launching and maintaining your local disco.

Commitment asked

At least one disco per month

Ideally early evening, at the weekend

Activities of the role

Find a local, accessible venue for the disco

Recruit volunteers to help on the day (6 volunteers minimum)
Promote the disco locally
Prepare the raffles
Ensure all tickets are booked through our system
Manage the disco finances
Organise catering
Oversee the disco on the day
Capture photos and videos

Required qualities

Caring
Friendly
Likes meeting new people
Positive, pro-active attitude
A love of music and dancing
A desire to help support your local community

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Application process

Here’s an overview of the application process to start running a Dementia Disco in your own community.

Register your interest

Start by registering your interest to confirm that this volunteering role is a good fit for you.

Fill application form

If you meet all requirements, we will email you the full application form to complete.

Interview and checks

If successful, we will invite you to an interview and carry out background checks.

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Thank you! We will review your submission and get back to you shortly.

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