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dementia, communities & environments

Our Creative Spaces in the Community project is using the outdoors and nature-focused activities to build social networks, foster independence and enhance the physical and mental health of older people living with dementia in rural communities in Cornwall.

We'll be using this section as a place to generally share our thoughts on dementia and those it affects, including relevant projects, events, activities etc. If we've read it, written it, seen it or heard it and we think it should be 'out there' then here's where we'll share it.






Dementia carers events start at Heartlands

The first of our 3 large dementia community events was held yesterday, at Heartlands; a mining heritage visitor attraction at Pool, near Redruth in Cornwall.

I couldn't believe the number of people who battled the strong winds, horizontal rain and thick mist to pop in and spend time with us.  Some stayed all day; participating in all the activities and eventually leaving armed with free resource bags bulging with activity kits and the results of their creative efforts!

And it wasn't just the memory cafe members who came.  Other home carers came with their partners, some with their families whilst members of the public popped in to find out what the cause of all the noise drifting out from the big hall and stayed to find out more.  I think Flicker, our community donkey, also had something to do with attracting people through the door....he's a bit of a show-stopper!

Flicker - our "Meeter and Greeter"

A quick peek inside a resource bag

The main hall buzzed with conversation and laughter

This lovely couple came in the morning........stayed all day!
With a mixture of nature-based activities and information tables, films, exercise and singing sessions there was plenty for people to be involved with. Not to mention the free teas and amazing cakes that everyone enjoyed!

We're now looking forward to meeting people at Launceston tomorrow and Eden Project on Saturday and having similarly wonderful days.  If you're coming don't forget to bring the sunshine!

Wendy
Creative Spaces Project Manager