Description: Bring joy and connection through familiar music. In this playful activity, the facilitator sings the beginning of a well-known lyric and invites the participant to finish the line. Many people living with dementia retain musical memory even when other memories fade, making this a wonderful way to spark recognition, laughter, and shared singing. Purpose: Spark joy, memory, and connection through familiar songs. Connection Goals

Description: Step outside and explore the colours of nature together. This gentle outdoor activity invites participants to observe their surroundings, notice beautiful colours in the environment, and express what they see through simple sketching or colouring. The focus is not on artistic skill but on slowing down, being present, and enjoying a creative moment together.

Duration 30 – 40 minutes Best For All engagement levels (specifically well suited for participants who communicate less verbally and prefer tactile engagement). Goals

Duration 30 – 40 minutes Best For Participants who enjoy music and trivia. This can be adapted for all engagement levels by using highly tactile objects that can be held or high-contrast printed photos for visual clarity. Goals

Duration 35 - 40 minutes Best For Participants who enjoy reflective, discussion-based activities. Can be adapted for all engagement levels by using visual aids or providing extra assistance with drawing and writing. Goals To support creative self-expression and feelings of accomplishment by creating a legacy for the future.

Duration 30 – 35 minutes Best For All participants (easily adapted for all engagement levels by using a combination of reflective and sensory prompts). Goals To promote physical movement and creative expression through nature-inspired imagery. To support social connection through shared music and seasonal reflection. Description

Description: Rock painting is a simple, calming activity that invites residents to explore creativity through colour, texture, and gentle conversation. Holding and painting a smooth stone can be a soothing sensory experience, while the act of decorating it allows residents to express themselves in a relaxed and pressure-free way. This activity can be approached in two ways depending on the resident’s interest and energy that day. Some residents may simply enjoy painting colou

Description: Planting seeds is a powerful metaphor for growth, patience, and the lasting impact we have on others. This 1:1 connection guide uses the simple act of planting — paired with gentle music and reflective conversation — to invite residents to reflect on the people, values, and experiences they have nurtured throughout their lives. Just as seeds grow slowly beneath the soil, many of the most meaningful parts of life take time to develop. Through sensory engagement w

Duration  1 hour (easily adaptable based on discussion and art component time) Best For   Participants who enjoy nostalgic music and nature themes. Highly adaptable for lower-verbal participants using sensory movement and simple visual art. Goals Support emotional expression through nature-themed music Encourage sensory engagement through movement and imagery Promote social connection through shared memories of birds, spring, and the outdoors Incorporate gentle visual creati

Duration  45 – 60 minutes (depending on pacing and design time). Best For  Well suited for discussion-based groups and easily adaptable with movement-based prompts for those who are less verbal. Perfect for those who enjoy visuals and gentle learning. Goals Encourage creative expression and spark curiosity through exploring and learning about some of the world most unique gardens. Description

Duration  30 – 50 minutes (can be shortened or lengthened depending on how many songs and prompts you use). Best For   Best for participants who enjoy interactive music and tactile engagement. Highly adaptable with sensory prompts for those who are less verbal. Goals Promote social connection and shared enjoyment through familiar music about food. Support identity expression by connecting to past roles as home cooks and bakers. Description

Duration  30 – 35 minutes (can be shortened or lengthened depending on how many songs and prompts you use). Best For Best for participants who enjoy discussion based activities, but easily adaptable with sensory prompts for those who are less verbal. Goals

Description: The Conductor is an empowering 1:1 music-based experience that invites the participant to take the lead. Using familiar music and simple conducting gestures, the participant becomes the music conductor  guiding volume, starts, and stops  while you follow their cues. This guide supports agency, choice, playfulness, and emotional expression. It offers participants a chance to feel seen, capable, and in control, while strengthening connection through shared musical

Duration 30 – 40 minutes (depending on how many rounds you play). Best For All participants. This program is highly flexible; for those who do not wish to draw, it can be easily adapted by simply playing the sound and having the group guess what it is out loud. It’s all about the sensory experience and social interaction. Goals

Duration  40 - 50 minutes. Best For  All participants. This version is designed to be played as one big team removing the pressure of individual competition and creating a supportive group atmosphere. Participants who do not want to answer questions, can enjoy listening/engaging with the music during "Name that Tune." Goals

Duration  45 - 60 minutes (depending on pacing and painting time). Best For  Participants who enjoy visuals, hands-on art making, and gentle learning-focused programs. Well suited for discussion-based groups and participants who like both observing and creating. Goals Encourage Creative Expression

Duration 30 – 50 minutes (can be shortened or lengthened depending on how many songs and prompts you use). Best For Best for participants who enjoy discussion but easily adaptable with sensory prompts for those who are less verbal. Goals

Description: The Art Lookbook is a slow, relationship-building 1:1 experience that invites the participant to engage with visual art over time and build rapport with you. Each week, you introduce a new artwork and add it to the resident’s personal Art Lookbook. Through gentle conversation, reflection, and choice, residents are supported in expressing preferences, memories, emotions, and identity — without pressure to “analyze”.