AGE Concern’s Alice Cross Centre in Teignmouth has secured a donation of more than £1,000, thanks to money generated by Co-op members in the local area.

The money has been raised as part of Co-op’s membership scheme and will help enable the centre to hold memory cafe sessions every Thursday.

Michael Chidgey, pictured, funeral arranger at Co-op’s T Clark Funeralcare, said: ‘The centre plays such a vital role in the local community. We were delighted to be able to support the cause and help them set up the memory cafe.

‘We’re really passionate about supporting local organisations and will continue to help other local causes in the area throughout the year.’

Julia Street, the Alice manager added: ‘The cafe offers a vital support network for sufferers. We’re absolutely delighted that, as a result of the support from the Co-op and their members, we could make the coffee mornings a more regular occurrence.’