What is DEEP?

DEEP stands for the Dementia Engagement and Empowerment Project – it is the UK network of dementia voices. DEEP consists of over 80 groups of people with dementia – groups that want to change things.

DEEP is:

a UK wide network – it connects groups to each other to magnify the views, hopes and intentions of people with dementia. It supports groups to share learning and skills and to increase confidence
independent – the network belongs to the groups themselves, not to any particular dementia service or organisation
diverse – it is made up of groups strongly rooted in their local communities, including some in care homes
rights based – it encourages groups to identify and speak out about the issues that are important to them (not only to be ‘consulted’ about issues that are important to others)
Supports and embraces the DEEP Values You can read the DEEP values here:

DEEP groups offer a unique opportunity for peer support. The following films provide a wonderful insight into the value of groups for people with dementia.

Introduction to DEEP - as captured as part of the DEEP 10^th Anniversary Celebrations

Belonging - as captured as part of the DEEP 10^th Anniversary Celebrations

Peer Support - as captured as part of the DEEP 10^th Anniversary Celebrations

Activism - as captured as part of the DEEP 10^th Anniversary Celebrations

Experts - as captured as part of the DEEP 10^th Anniversary Celebrations

Fun - as captured as part of the DEEP 10^th Anniversary Celebrations

York Minds and Voices group in action - Welcome to our DEEP group

The story of the group and why it matters.

DEEP symphony: I've Got You

This piece of music was created to mark the 10^th anniversary of DEEP. Produced by Steve Milton, Innovations in Dementia, it involves musicians and voices from across the DEEP network.