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Real-life stories

We have 15 years’ experience providing inspiring arts based programmes for people living with early-stage dementia. Here you can read about our diverse projects, partners, and participants.

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“Moments of new discovery and joy. A creative antidote” Ronald’s experiences of Arts for Dementia

Posted: 14th July 2026 Read more
Participants enjoying a sunny day in Elephant Park at the Tree House programme
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Voices of participants: what it’s like to join our workshops

Posted: 23rd June 2026 Read more
  • Project
  • Visual Arts

Creating a sense of place with art created by people living with dementia

Posted: 22nd June 2026 Read more
Mathilda and participants enjoying the English National Ballet programme
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“It’s not just rewarding, it changes how you see everything” Mathilda’s volunteering journey

Posted: 28th April 2026 Read more
CSM participant artworks exhibition
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  • Visual Arts

Creating together: Arts for Dementia and Central Saint Martins

Posted: 10th March 2026 Read more
Julie smiling and happy on the course of the Royal Parks Half Marathon
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“Why not me?” Julie’s Royal Parks Half Marathon story

Posted: 4th March 2026 Read more
Gohar drawing by feel sat with Kate at a workshop
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Accessible creativity: how one positive experience supported two families

Posted: 7th January 2026 Read more
Frank and Bee holding up bunting they have made during a 3D art workshop
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Happier, more connected lives through creativity: Frank and Bee’s story

Posted: 6th January 2026 Read more
Artist and participants hands working on clay together
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  • Crafts

Wellbeing through clay, care and connection – an artist’s perspective

Posted: 6th January 2026 Read more
Networking event group of participants chatting
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  • Training

Building confident, reflective practice in arts and dementia care

Posted: 22nd December 2025 Read more
Brett and Roy sharing a moment of laughter during a workshop
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Discovering creativity and connection: Brett and Roy’s story

Posted: 17th November 2025 Read more
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Experiencing the joy of creativity and new hobbies together

Posted: 19th August 2025 Read more

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From supporting workshops to helping our communications, volunteers are vital to delivering our work. If you would like to get involved, we’d love to hear from you.