Creative Connections - Art Therapy for Dementia

Join us for a welcoming and supportive art therapy program for people living with dementia and their carers!

About the sessions
Creative activities can support wellbeing, self-expression and connection. For people living with dementia, art can offer another way to communicate, express feelings and share experiences, particularly when dementia affects some of the ways we may have expressed ourselves in the past.

There is no “right” or “wrong” way to create. There is no expectation to produce a particular type of artwork or achieve a particular outcome. Simply enjoy the process, explore your creativity and participate at your own pace.

For carers
Carers are warmly invited to join in with the art-making or, if you prefer, take some time for yourself with a cuppa and a chat with other carers.

Everyone is welcome

• All cognitive abilities are welcome.
• No art experience is needed.
• All materials are provided — just come as you are.

About the facilitator
Sessions are facilitated by Kimberly Howeler from Found Objects Creative Therapies, a qualified Art Therapist and Mental Health Clinician. Kimberly will support participants to explore creativity in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Program details
This session is part of a six-month, fortnightly art therapy program. You can sign up for one or several sessions, depending on what works best for you.

📍 Woods Street Arts Space, Laverton
The venue is wheelchair accessible and has gender-neutral toilets.

Limited spaces available
We understand that things come up and that every day can look different when living with dementia. If you can no longer attend, please cancel your ticket as early as possible. This gives someone on the waitlist the opportunity to take your place.

Our supporters
This program is supported by the Hobsons Bay Community Fund, a perpetual philanthropic fund established to benefit and strengthen the community of Hobsons Bay for now and future generations.
We are also gratefully supported by Hobsons Bay City Council and the Lions Club of Altona.