Maintenance Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (MCST)
- Location: Age UK Coventry & Warwickshire
- Price: Free
Email: info@ageukcovwarks.org.uk
Telephone: 02476 231999
MCST is an evidence-based treatment for people experiencing mild to moderate dementia or memory problems. It focuses on exercising parts of the brain which are not used day-to-day.
What is Maintenance Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (MCST)?
MCST is an evidence-based treatment recommended by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) for people experiencing mild to moderate dementia or memory problems. It focuses on exercising parts of the brain which are not used day to day. It does this by encouraging new thoughts, communication and word finding - using the imagination when the memory is not accessible.
What does this service offer?
- Creates opportunities to learn in a relaxed, safe and fun environment.
- Improves concentration, mental abilities and memory.
- Increases sense of wellbeing.
- Allows people to express their feelings and views and encourages peer support.
- Helps members and their carers cope and live with dementia.
Where and when does MCST operate?
The sessions run once a week for 24 weeks and consist of small groups (up to 8) who engage face-to-face. Each session lasts for 90 minutes.
The course is free to those with a dementia diagnosis and currently operates in:
- Rugby
- Coventry
*The service provision based in Coventry is funded by Coventry Building Society.
Please get in touch with us for more information. Contact details can be found at the top of this page or find our referral form below.