Mikey1707822023 Posted December 22, 2023 Share Posted December 22, 2023 Hi all, some months ago, I posted here about a dementia activity group that wanted to build their own model railway. Well most of it is complete now with just a few jobs to do. The group received several donations to support the project and several promises in writing of support that never materialised (all well-known companies). I have put up a video of the progress. This layout is all designed by the group and other than some help with electrical work, it is all their work that has gone into it. The layout can be DC or DCC or one track of each. The two tracks are independent of each other and one has more straight forward operation for those with more advanced dementia. Word has got out an other groups have asked to come and operate the layout with a view to potentially developing their own. It seems to be the first of it's kind in providing various therapeutic activities in dementia care. Current and former carers of people living with dementia support the project. Sadly, one member passed away before the layout was completed. Her memory lives on in the layout.1 in 3 of us will die with dementia.This is a video of the layout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rallymatt Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 What a superb project and some great results. I have been convinced for a long time about the huge mental health benefits of hobbies like railway modelling. It’s so diverse there really is something for everyone. Thanks for sharing and hope it inspires more groups to start up. It’s important to never stop playing, it quite literally keeps you young 😁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bulleidboy Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 Brilliant - well done Mikey to you and your team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
96RAF Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 As a follow up to benefits gained by modelling please see here - www.modelsforheroes.org.uk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony57 Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 HiWhat a lovely layout, well done to all that took part in its construction.Could the moderators make it a live link to the video please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
What About The Bee Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 Live link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey1707822023 Posted December 23, 2023 Author Share Posted December 23, 2023 Thanks everyone. I will pass these comments on to the organisers. Their lampposts arrived today so that will be next on the to do list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brew Man Posted December 24, 2023 Share Posted December 24, 2023 Lovely layout, Mikey. Well done to all involved thumbsup Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bulver Posted December 24, 2023 Share Posted December 24, 2023 An inspiring story, Mikey, thank you for sharing this with us. Good luck with it's continued success, bringing pleasure to so may people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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