There is a growing recognition that the arts can enhance the quality of life for people living with dementia. This impact can be direct, by bringing emotional release or enjoyment to the person affected. It can also be indirect, by giving carers a stronger sense of purpose and resolve, or by making the wider community […]
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Photos from the 25th Annual Reflections Festival held Wednesday, September 18, at The Art Institute of Chicago. The Art Institute partners with the Arts for Brain Coalition to promote health and wellness to older adults through creative art expressions. A full day of activities included a lecture: “Mythologies of African Art”, exhibit viewings, and break out
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On Saturday, September 7th, the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center along with other members of the Arts for Brain Health Coalition sponsored our second 2019 Arts for Brain health event. It was at the Woodson Regional Library. The Coalition activates partnerships between healthcare and arts providers, designing and presenting programs that use creative engagement to improve
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On Saturday, August 17th, the Arts for Brain Health Coalition sponsored its first 2019 Arts for Brain health event. It was at the National Museum of Mexican Art. The Coalition activates partnerships between healthcare and arts providers, designing and presenting programs that use creative engagement to improve the lives of people with memory loss and
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