Dementia Stories DC: Arts-Based Workshop for those living with memory loss

CREATIVE AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES IMPROVE WELLBEING FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH DEMENTIA.

16.8% of elders aged 65+ in Washington, D.C. are living with dementia/Alzheimer's. (Source: Alzheimer's Association). This workshop provides space for support and care through art and storytelling.

About the workshop: Artful Caregiving Tools

Led by dementia care experts from the George Washington University Institute for Brain Health & Dementia, these facilitated arts workshops offer both residencts with dementia + caregivers a hands-on opportunity to learn creative techniques for connecting with loved ones living with memory loss.

About the storytelling project: Stories in Portraits

Professional portrait photography of residents with dementia + caregivers will capture the moments we create at this workshop.

The Dap Project's photographers will document the essence of participants' stories for a June exhibit honoring the lives and experiences of those living with dementia.

Questions: Please email [email protected].

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Michigan Park Christian Church, 1600 Taylor Street Northeast, Washington, United States

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