The Creative Autobiography 1:1 Connection Guide uses music as the heartbeat of reminiscence, supported by simple visual art exploration to deepen meaning and self-expression. Through familiar melodies, emotional soundscapes, colours, and imagery, residents are invited to reconnect with their identity, their personal history, and the moments that have shaped who they are today.

Duration: 35 - 45 minutes

Duration: 30 - 50 minutes (depending on how many songs/prompts you include in the program)

Duration: 30 - 40 minutes

Duration: 25 –30 minutes

Duration:  30 – 40 minutes

Duration: 30 - 40 minutes (Can be shortened or lengethened depending on how many songs/prompts you use)

Duration:  30–40 minutes (can be shortened or lengthened depending on the amount of songs/prompts you use)

Duration: 30 - 40 minutes (can be shortened or lengthened depending on the number of trivia questions)

Description: In end-of-life and resting moments, music becomes more than sound - it becomes presence. A familiar melody, a soft hum, or shared stillness can communicate what words cannot. This guide invites you to use music as a bridge of compassion, supporting comfort, dignity, and connection at the bedside.

Description:  Thankfulness can be found in the small, ordinary parts of life: a cup of tea, a walk outside, or a favourite song. This guide helps residents reflect on the little things that bring comfort and joy, nurturing a mindset of gratitude during your 1:1 visits.

Duration: 35 - 45 minutes Goals: To encourage creative self-expression, reflection, sensory engagement, and social connection through creating and combining squares into a collaborative Gratitude Quilt. Description: In this program, participants each design their own paper quilt square using markers, coloured pencils, pastels, or collage materials. Each square represents something they feel thankful for - such as a loved one, a favourite place, a meaningful memory, or a val

Duration:  35 - 45 minutes (can be shortened or lengthened depending on how many songs and prompts you include) Goals: To promote physical movement and creative expression through accessible, decade-inspired dance. To spark reminiscence and social connection through familiar music across eras. Description: Dancing Through the Decades is an upbeat music and movement program where participants explore easy, guided dance moves inspired by popular dances from the 1940s through th

Duration: 30 - 40 minutes Goals: To spark reminiscence and conversation through trivia about famous performers. To encourage participation with trivia and sing-alongs. Description: Name That Voice is a lively trivia and music program where participants guess singers and performers based on clues about their voice, songs, or style. Each reveal is paired with a short sing-along of one of their iconic songs, along with sensory and reflective prompts about the artist. This mix o

Duration:  30–40 minutes (Can be shortened or lengethened depending on how many songs/prompts you use) Goals To encourage creative self-expression and social connection through familiar songs. To spark reminiscence and conversation about films, theatre, and the joy of music. Description: Magic of the Musicals is a joyful sing-along celebrating classic songs from Broadway and Hollywood. Participants will sing iconic favourites together, accompanied by recorded music, with oppo

Description:  The rhythm and sounds of the season—from rustling leaves to falling rain—can be a gentle way to connect with residents. Music is a universal language that evokes powerful memories and emotions, providing a creative, non-verbal way to express oneself. This guide helps you use the sounds of fall to create meaningful, spontaneous connections outside of planned programs.

Duration: 35 - 45 mintues Goals: To encourage creative self expression by designing a postcard inspired by a favourite summer place and support reflection, sensory engagement, and social connection through sharing stories and artwork. Description: In this program, participants create their own fall postcards using watercolours, markers, or pencils. Each postcard is inspired by a favourite activity, place, or memory from the season such as colourful forests, pumpkin patches, o

Duration: 30 minutes (can be shortened or lengthened depending on how many songs and prompts you include) Goals: To promote physical movement and creative expression through accessible, disco-inspired dance To support social connection through shared music and movement Description: Disco Fever  is an upbeat music and movement program inspired by the energy and style of the disco era. Using iconic hits from the 1970s, participants will explore easy, guided dance moves that can