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Daren Felgate
Consultant Learning and Development Manager at Meaningful Care Matters
Daren Felgate is the Consultant Learning and Development Manager at Meaningful Care Matters, an organization focused on improving care practices for individuals, particularly those living with dementia. He has a diverse background that spans over 30 years in the field of elder care and dementia support.
Background and Career
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Early Life: Daren was born and raised in Liverpool, which instilled in him a strong sense of community and family values. His formative experiences, particularly with his grandmother, shaped his understanding of compassion and connection in care settings.1
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Education: He holds a law degree and has trained as a dramatherapist, which influences his engaging and playful approach to training and development.1
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Professional Experience:
- He began his career working with people living with dementia at the age of 30, which he describes as life-changing. Daren has held various roles, including:
- Dementia Specialist in a Social Services department.
- London Regional Development Officer for the Alzheimer’s Society.
- Director of Communications for the National Activity Provider Association.
- Consultant Trainer with Dementia Care Matters, where he supported cultural change in care services across several countries including the UK, Canada, Australia, and the USA.12
- He began his career working with people living with dementia at the age of 30, which he describes as life-changing. Daren has held various roles, including:
Current Role
As the Consultant Learning and Development Manager at Meaningful Care Matters, Daren focuses on delivering training that emphasizes leadership and innovative care practices. He is passionate about fostering environments where individuals do not feel bored or lonely, advocating for meaningful interactions within care settings.13
Personal Life
Daren currently resides in South West France with his wife, Joy. They run a holiday business together, which reflects a significant lifestyle change since moving from the UK. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, exploring history and culture, and has a keen interest in astronomy.13
Daren's commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those in care settings continues to drive his work at Meaningful Care Matters.
