New dementia group launches in Bridlington providing creative sessions with 'lots of laughter, fun and imagination'
A Bridlington based dementia group has formed in order to provide support, connect people and provide a creative outlet for those with dementia and their carers alike.
Red Kite Arts, a Bridlington based drama, movement, art, and nature based workshop provider, have set up a dementia friendly arts group for seniors in the area, called Bulbs.
Red Kite usually deliver their arts sessions to care homes across East Yorkshire, but have now decided to launch a community based initiative.
They chose to do this after finding out that so many carers are struggling to connect socially, and so many people with dementia are restricted to their homes for long periods, without a creative outlet.
The sessions will now take place at the Jamroz Centre, located on North Street in Bridlington, with the first session planned for Tuesday, April 28, from 10am until 12pm.
Following sessions will take place on May 12, May 26 and June 9.
Sessions will offer a blend of creative arts, drama games, and reminiscent music sessions for those who attend, with activities led by what participants want to do.
Rowan Martin, Red Kite’s Founder, said: “There is an idea that people with dementia don’t have anything creative to contribute, and that’s simply not true.
“Through our work with local care homes, we’ve seen all seniors, including those with varying degrees of dementia, benefit greatly from taking part in imaginative, person-centred arts projects - with the right level of support and guidance.
“We’re excited to launch Bulbs with support from the Jamroz Centre and look forward to welcoming all seniors, including those with dementia, for creative arts, music, drama and memory games, sensory experiences, and lots of laughter, fun and imagination.
“We also look forward to helping take the pressure of carers who do such an important job but receive so little recognition.”
The cost of each session is £8 per person, which includes all materials, and refreshments.
Carers are welcome to join in the activities, or enjoy a cuppa, with sessions delivered by skilled facilitators who are DBS checked.
For further information, or to book a place, call Red Kite Arts on 07983 688635, or email [email protected].