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Join Playlist for Life for an engaging workshop that delves into the transformative power of music for individuals living with dementia and their carers. This interactive session will focus on three key musical realms: heritage music, identity music, and the vibrant world of Bollywood music. This event is part of HAS Glasgow Day.

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Healy Arts Charity will be sharing the outcomes of their projects. Healy Arts projects have spanned diverse subject matter, including Haiku writing with people with Dementia at Maryhill Burgh Halls. They will also discuss their ongoing work with volunteers on Dancing Wave- The Longest Temporary Mural in Glasgow. Healy Arts are also embarking on a project relating to micro-space satellites.

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Healing Arts Scotland is teaming up with the Festival of Politics with a series of discussions from leading experts from the worlds of politics, the arts and health on a variety of topics including dementia, mental health and resilience, trauma, ageism and inequality and how engagement in the arts can make a difference to all walks of life.

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A landmark initiative delivered across community and healthcare settings that has had significant positive health and wellbeing impacts. The OutPost team are also hosting visioning and reflection sessions, inviting you to contribute to a 'Creative Wellbeing Manifesto' for Dumfries & Galloway and create a new piece of art!

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Hearts&Minds’ Elderflowers are therapeutic clowns who visit people living with dementia to bring joy, offer meaningful connection, and enhance well-being. (Please note this event is not open to the general public)

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Hearts&Minds’ Elderflowers are therapeutic clowns who visit people living with dementia to bring joy, offer meaningful connection, and enhance well-being. (Please note this event is not open to the general public)

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Healing Notes includes 3 separate events that offer participation in a range of creative activities. These events enable self-expression for the acutely and chronically mentally ill people using our services.

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Research demonstrates that participatory art forms empower the artist in everyone, moving beyond a diagnosis and offering a window of expression, and joy, taking the whole person into consideration and improving quality of life for people living with dementia and their families. Join the panel to discuss the science behind the power; the first-hand experience; and how carers and families can also benefit.

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In spring 2024, we called for people from Edinburgh to submit stories about the former Royal Infirmary, to capture and honour the experiences and memories that people connect with the building’s previous life. Join us as we bring together local people from across Edinburgh alongside special author guests to perform their work and commemorate the building’s rich history.

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The National Galleries of Scotland and partners invite you to a day of creative workshops, talks and tours.

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As part of a multiweek residency, a duo of musicians take high quality live music to care home residents and staff in the comfort of their own environment. The performances allow for elements of participation including clapping, singing, and dancing. The musicians also take requests from the residents, ensuring a good mix of repertoire so there is something for everyone!

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A beautiful and uplifting concert to celebrate Healing Arts Scotland week performed by artists from Glasgow and beyond, both professional and community based.

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