*Trigger warning: Some of the topics discussed during today's episode may cause some listeners distress. Please take care when listening.

How can creativity, art, and music transform the journey of Dementia care?

In this episode, we explore recognising the early signs of Dementia and navigating the emotional challenges of caregiving. We dive into how trauma can influence cognitive decline and discuss creative expression, especially writing, as a powerful tool for coping and healing. Plus, we look at the role of art and music in care settings, showing how they can bring connection, joy, and meaning to both caregivers and those living with Dementia.

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About the Host:

Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector.

She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling.

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@dementiatalkwithmandh on Instagram

Heidi Lee Cross is a copywriter and poet with a background in media. She worked as a producer for many years before focussing on writing. She has helped care and advocate for her mum who has Alzheimer’s for the last 8 years. She has self published two books, the second a mix of personal stories, poems, and tips about her experiences of dementia caregiving. She loves with her partner and 12 year old son in North London. Marielle Molette has a background in the NHS and social care and is fluent in French. She is passionate about dementia advocacy and has helped care for her mum who has Alzheimer’s for 10 years. She appeared in a video for Royal Free Trust about outcomes for dementia patients in hospital - and talked passionately about her mum. She lives in North London with her husband and two teenage sons. We set up @dementiatalkwithMandH to help us process our feelings on this difficult and challenging journey and to help others.

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