Arts and Crafts for Seniors with Dementia

Creative activities, such as painting and colouring, are calming and therapeutic. They let people express their creativity, improve attention, and reduce anxiety and stress while providing a sense of achievement and pride.

People with dementia can participate in any art activities suited to their particular stage of dementia. To be fully beneficial, it's important that the activity isn't too challenging or too easy. We have developed a quiz to help you find your stage here.

Painting specifically benefits individuals with dementia by using colour and visual expression to trigger emotional connections, prompt memories, and improve focus. Holding and using brushes also supports fine motor skills.