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Advice Activity ideas: Creating pictures Activity ideas for people with dementia who enjoy painting, drawing or taking photographs. 28 November 2019 0
Real stories ‘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. 07 October 2019 7
Information ‘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 2
Real stories 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 0
Advice Activity ideas: Card and board games Activity ideas for people with dementia who enjoy tabletop games. 30 September 2019 0
Information ‘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. 06 August 2019 0
Real stories 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. 05 August 2019 0
Real stories 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. 31 July 2019 0
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 4
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.
