Advice Activity ideas: Birds and birdsong Some activity ideas for people with dementia that involve our feathered friends. 03 June 2019 0
Real stories 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. 12 April 2019 6
Information 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 3
Information 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.
Information 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 45
Information 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 0
Advice How to make fidget toys for people living with dementia Fiona Crouch shares a knitting pattern for her 'Snuggle Bear' fidget toy, designed to reduce anxiety for people with dementia who are feeling restless. 21 June 2018 60
Advice Taking part booklet: activities for people with dementia Taking part: activities for people with dementia is a book of activities and reflects examples of recent best practice and innovation in dementia care.
Research Nottingham-Worcester Doctoral Training Centre At our centre in Nottingham and Worcester, the team are looking for evidence-based ways to live well with dementia through the creative arts.
Information Creative workshops for people living with dementia at the Museum of Royal Worcester From the June 2015 issue of our magazine, museums can provide creative ways to involve people affected by dementia. Andrew Bence attends the launch of a fascinating display in Worcester.
Information Trying out a range of activity products for people with dementia From the October/November 2016 issue of our magazine, members of an activity group in south-west London test out jigsaws, Aquapaints and a Throw and Tell Ball.
Information Keep talking We share some ideas to help a person with dementia to continue expressing themselves. 01 February 2018 0
