Heartbeats Beyond Memory: Creative Care in Dementia

Heartbeats Beyond Memory: Creative Care in Dementia

by Dr Christopher Appiah-Thompson

Performing Arts Self-Improvement

Good Giving: How to Turn Generosity into Real Change

By the end of this episode, listeners will: Understand what “good giving” means and why intentional philanthropy matters. Be aware of key reflection questions to ask before giving: values, motivations, focus, and risk appetite. Learn a simple, repeatable framework for deciding where and how to give for greater impact.

Dementia 101: Why Talking Early Matters

This episode aims to present essential dementia facts to ground listeners and reduce fear through familiarity. Normalise early conversations as empowering first steps toward better outcomes. Position the series as a practical, story-driven communication resource for families and carers.

Beyond Words: Art Therapy in Practice with Diverse Populations

This episode aims to demonstrate the versatility of art therapy across different theoretical approaches. Highlight applications with specific populations, including families and groups Showcase how art therapy addresses trauma and developmental challenges Inspire listeners to consider creative therapeutic approaches in their own practice

The Healing Canvas: Art Therapy and Symbolic Communication

This episode aims educate listeners about the foundational principles of art therapy as a therapeutic modality Explore how visual symbols serve as powerful carriers of meaning in healing Demonstrate the relationship between creative expression and psychological wellbeing Connect art therapy concepts to broader applications in healthcare settings

Reigniting the Human Spirit: Creative Approaches in Dementia Care

By the end of this episode, listeners will: • Understand the person-centred view of dementia and why it changes care completely. • Discover several creative approaches that help people with dementia express themselves and feel more like themselves again. • Hear practical examples that families and care staff can adapt in everyday life

Heartbeats Beyond Memory: Creative Care in Dementia

Heartbeats Beyond Memory: Creative Care in Dementia explores how images, words, and the arts help us connect with the person — not just the condition. Practical, person‑centred conversations for families, carers, and professionals.

Dementia Care Conversations

Welcome to “Dementia Care Conversations”, where we bring clarity, compassion, and actionable knowledge to families, carers and partners through navigating the often overwhelming journey of dementia.

Pictures to Share: Dementia, Dignity and the Power of of Images

Welcome to today’s episode. Around the world, more families are living with dementia, yet so often the books, media and everyday activities around us are not designed with cognitive change in mind.

Building Inclusive Health Systems: A Focus on Disability in Peacebuilding

Hello and welcome to our podcast on health and inclusivity. Today, we are diving into an important topic that is often overlooked in global discussions- the inclusion of persons with disabilities in peace-building efforts.

Introducing Truth and Light: Championing Social Justice and Mental Health

Welcome to today’s podcast! Am thrilled to introduce our special quest, Christopher Appiah-Thompson, who’s been making waves in the field of social justice and mental health.

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