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CONVERSATIONS ART AND DEMENTIA
September 12 | 10:30 am — 12:00 pm AEST
Conversations is a FREE 90 minute social and creative tour of exhibitions created specifically for people living with dementia and their carers. The sessions are guided by a trained facilitator who uses art as a trigger for conversation and self-expression through art making, enabling visitors to express their thoughts and emotions in a friendly and supportive environment.
Conversations is a great opportunity for those living with dementia and their carers to reconnect, and to connect with their peers. It aims to combat social isolation and provide opportunities for attendees to develop ongoing relationships.
Conversations Art & Dementia is presented for free with all materials provided.
The dates listed below are for the Community Day program, this is forn people living independatly with their family or carer if you are interested in booking a group please contact the gallery.
FREE Bookings essential contact the Gallery on 49349859 or email artgallery@nullmaitland.nsw.gov.au
2024 Community Day Dates
| February
February Thursday 8th 10:30am February Tuesday 27th 2:00pm
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August
Thursday 8th August 10:30am Tuesday 27th August 2:00pm
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| March
Thursday 14th March 10:30am Tuesday 26th March 2:00pm
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September
Thursday 12th September 10:30am Tuesday 24th September 2:00pm
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| April
Thursday 11th April 10:30am Tuesday 30th April 2:00pm
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October
Thursday 17th October 10:30am Tuesday 29th October 2:00pm |
| May
Thursday 9th May 10:30am Tuesday 28th May 2:00pm
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November
Thursday 14th November 10:30am Tuesday 26st November 2:00pm
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| June
Thursday 13th June 10:30am Tuesday 25th June 2:00pm
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December
Thursday 5th December 10:30am Tuesday 10th December 2:00pm
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| July
Thursday 4th July 10:30am Tuesday 30th July 2:00pm
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Conversations: Art and Dementia is supported by funding from Primary Health Network through the Australian Government’s PHN Program.
