We provide day care and wellbeing services for adults with dementia, learning disabilities, and brain injuries across Manchester and Trafford. This includes structured activities, meals, personal care, community support, and transport.

Founded in 2016 by Alison Davies and Scott Shelmerdine, Diverse Active Living provides inclusive adult day care and wellbeing support across Manchester, Trafford and Greater Manchester.
We support adults with dementia, learning disabilities, brain injuries and additional support needs through structured activities, social interaction, community access and compassionate person-centred care.
As a day service, we are not required by law to register with the CQC. However, we work closely with local authorities and undergo regular audits and compliance checks to maintain high standards of care, safety and support.
We provide inclusive day care, extra relief support, community-based support and transport services for adults across Manchester, Trafford and Greater Manchester.
Inclusive adult day care in Manchester and Trafford for adults with dementia, learning disabilities, brain injuries and additional support needs.
Flexible support outside core day service hours, helping families and caregivers with additional care when they need it most.
Support with shopping, appointments, social outings and community activities across Manchester, Trafford and Greater Manchester.
Safe and reliable transport support to help individuals attend our day service and access local community activities.
Fresh meals and social dining support, with consideration for individual dietary, cultural and nutritional needs.
Compassionate day service support for adults living with dementia, with structured routines, activities and person-centred care.
Diverse Active Living provides inclusive, person-centred adult day care for people with dementia, learning disabilities, brain injuries and additional support needs. Since 2016, we have created a safe, welcoming environment that promotes independence, wellbeing and social connection.
Every person is supported around their individual needs, interests and abilities, helping them build confidence, independence and routine.
Our day service runs from 10am to 3pm, with additional support options available to help families and caregivers across Manchester, Trafford and Greater Manchester.
We support social connection through meaningful activities, gentle exercise, group sessions and community outings, helping people stay active, included and fulfilled.

Here's what our clients and their families have to say about their experience with Diverse Active Living Day Service.


We provide day care and wellbeing services for adults with dementia, learning disabilities, and brain injuries across Manchester and Trafford. This includes structured activities, meals, personal care, community support, and transport.
Our service is open to adults who benefit from social stimulation, support with daily living, or respite for their carers. We support individuals with dementia, learning disabilities, brain injuries, and other conditions.
We are open Monday to Friday, 10am to 3pm. Early morning and evening support is also available between 8am–10am and 3pm–7pm.
Yes, we offer transport to and from the day centre for individuals across Manchester and Trafford. An additional fee applies based on location and mobility needs.
Day services are not legally required to register with the CQC, but we undergo ad-hoc audits and local authority compliance checks to ensure the highest standards of care.
Simply get in touch with us by phone or email and we'll arrange an initial consultation to discuss your needs and how we can help.
Diverse Active Living provides a friendly, inclusive day service for adults with dementia, learning disabilities, brain injuries and additional support needs. We help people stay active, connected and supported through meaningful activities and person-centred care.
For questions about adult day care, community support, transport or visiting our service in Stretford, please contact our team during opening hours.