Crafts and creative activities

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Knitted fiddle toys can be helpful for people with dementia with restless hands. Knit our festive Snuggle Elf to give as a seasonal toy.
Advice
Fiona Crouch shares a knitting pattern for her 'Snuggle Bear' fidget toy, designed to reduce anxiety for people with dementia who feel anxious or restless.
Real stories
When Heather O'Neil's mum was diagnosed with dementia, art helped to bring purpose back to her life. Here Heather tells us more about creative activities that her mum loved.
Real stories

Sharon Daltrey from Kent wants other people to benefit from the creative ways she found to connect with her late father.

Real stories

After caring for her nan, Emma Hutchin in Solihull left her job in teaching for a new career supporting people with dementia. 

Real stories

Gill Taylor, who was initially diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, started an art group for people with dementia.