Encouraging togetherness and learning in dementia care
Circle Dance for People Living with Dementia
Circle Dance for People with Dementia is a training programme, provided by Dementia Pathfinders Community Interest Company, for staff in care homes or day centres, community groups, Local Authorities and the NHS, and for community musicians and dancers.
Time & Location
22 Mar 2025, 10:00 – 16:00
The Pallant Centre, The Pallant, Havant PO9 1BE, UK
About the Event
Circle dancing developed from traditional folk dance from around the world. Music and dances from the circle dance repertoire have been simplified and adapted for both seated and standing dance. The touch, holding, swaying, and simple repetitive movements allow the participant to feel safe within the circle and provides an opportunity for expression and creativity. The dance also provides an enjoyable form of exercise and movement.
The aim and scope of the Circle Dance
Circle Dance training aims to enable and skill up staff to provide their own movement and music sessions with their service users. Staff have welcomed an activity in which people with moderate/medium stage dementia can engage. It offers the opportunity for a shared activity with partners, relatives and carers. It can be used in residential and day settings, assessment units, NHS and voluntary organisation groups with older people, people with learning disability, mental health conditions, and…
Tickets
- Sale ends: 22 Mar, 13:00
Standard
£75.00+£1.88 service fee
Total
£0.00