Creative Age is for people with dementia and their supporters/carers who live independently in Tewkesbury. Creative sessions are followed by tea and cake with the chance to socialise and get to know each other better.

We work in a group, exploring creatively through seated movement, dance, words, collective story-making, music, singing, visual arts and poetry – all inspired by the participants’ interests.

Supporters/carers can choose to join in with creative sessions, or enjoy the hospitality and friendship offered by Roses volunteers, or simply take the time and space to do what they wish.

Integral to the Creative Age (CA) approach is:

• being person-centred and participant-led

• nurturing physical and mental well-being

• facilitating with compassion and empathy

• encouraging individual expression, empowerment, choice and independence

• stimulating the imagination and taking risks

• promoting togetherness, participation, inclusivity and equality

• providing enjoyment and plenty of opportunities for laughter and social interaction