Dementia Partnerships
Brain Waves, issue 49
The May 2012 edition of the Brain Waves newsletter, produced by Innovations in Dementia, features an update on the Dementia Engagement and Empowerment Project. Read more »
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Circle Dance Group Cheltenham
This group is open to anyone interested in joining a fun, relaxed and sociable dance group, but is particularly suited for people with memory problems or dementia and family carers living in Cheltenham. Read more »
Brain Waves, issue 48
The March 2012 edition of the Brain Waves newsletter, produced by Innovations in Dementia, includes features on: EVA radio; Our lives, our story conference; Dementia friendly communities in Ireland. Read more »
Memory lane day room in Dorset County Hospital
A 1950’s style day room has been set up in Dorset County Hospital, enabling patients with dementia to participate in reminiscence therapy, games and art activities. Read more »
Art classes on Hartor Ward, Derriford Hospital
A local artist has been commissioned to lead classes on Hartor Ward at Derriford Hospital, enabling people with dementia to partcipate in weekly group art class, supported by occupational therapy and nursing support workers. Read more »
Using art to improve the environment in Derriford Hospital
Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust is using large photographs on walls, doors and corridors to improve the quality of care for people living with dementia whilst in Derriford Hospital. Read more »
Art therapy at Royal United Hospital, Bath
The Art at the Heart programme for the Royal United Hospital in Bath provides a programme of integrated arts projects for the comfort, health and well being of patients, staff and the wider hospital community. Read more »
Brain Waves, issue 46
The January 2012 edition of the Brain Waves newsletter, produced by Innovations in Dementia, includes features on: Shared Lives; Networking events for people with dementia; Dementia-friendly communities in Ireland. Read more »
Brain Waves, issue 43
The October 2011 edition of the Brain Waves newsletter, produced by Innovations in Dementia, includes features on: Telling our stories through film; Dementia training; EVA. Read more »
Hospital uses music to stimulate patients with dementia
Yeovil District Hospital is focussing on the care it gives to people with dementia and is running a musical project to enhance the way patients are cared for. Read more »