The Hollies respite unit is the only service in the Musselburgh area providing respite to clients with early mid dementia and their carers. Many people stop going outside because of a fear of getting lost, or feeling overwhelmed by the pace of traffic and people, and this compounds feelings of loneliness and social isolation. We know that having a place to go that is in a central location (even one day a week) is enough to reduce feelings of isolation and improve well-being. Attending the Hollies means meeting old friends and making new ones, being active and stimulated and feeling once again a part of society.
