Crafts and creative activities | Alzheimer's Society

‘Keeping an active mind’: Testing games and activities for people with dementia

Keith Oliver worked as a headteacher before he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2010. He now finds a sense of purpose in other things that keeps his mind active. With the help of his grandson, Keith has tested out some games and activities for people living with dementia.

‘What’s life like?’ Poetry and art works by people living with dementia

A group of people with dementia have created a book of poems giving insight into what everyday life is like for them. Read some of their works, which covers topics including communication, companionship and identity.

03 October 2019

Friends through hens: Bringing a community together

Being with animals can be comforting and stimulating, and they don’t have to be traditional pets.

30 September 2019

Activity ideas: Card and board games

Activity ideas for people with dementia who enjoy tabletop games.

30 September 2019

‘What’s life like?’ A book of little messages from people with dementia

A group of people with dementia compiled a helpful book of little messages. These short notes hold big meanings and can make a huge difference in understanding life with dementia.

Conversations with Cockatoos: Illustrations between a carer and a person with dementia

During visits to Birmingham's Botanical Gardens with Mum, who had memory and hearing problems, Jeremy drew the peacocks and cockatoos to share messages with her. The notepad became a record of visits, a source of humour, a therapy, and something special to share with others.

Art from the heart: A creative community finding new ways to flourish

A Derbyshire pottery group is making a difference for local people affected by dementia.

Activity ideas: Birds and birdsong

Some activity ideas for people with dementia that involve our feathered friends.

5 online activity ideas for people living with dementia

Heather O’Neil is always looking for new craft and activity ideas for her mum, who has mixed dementia. As the condition progresses, she’s been using online tools to keep Mum active and happy.

Knit a festive fidget toy for Elf Day

Knitted fidget toys can be helpful for people with dementia with restless hands. Knit our festive elf for a seasonal friend.

03 December 2018

Activity groups – for people with dementia and their carers

From arts and crafts to other activities like walking and yoga, we have an activity group to suit everyone.

Knitters needed to unite against dementia and make Dementia Cannula Sleeves

Handmade for Dementia aims to reduce the number of people with dementia requiring recannulation. Are you a knitter? You could make Dementia Cannula Sleeves.

17 October 2018

How the London Borough of Hackney is celebrating living well with dementia

Yvonne Maxwell, Councillor for Hoxton West ward and Dementia Champion, shares the steps London’s Borough of Hackney is taking to become a dementia-friendly community.

09 October 2018