Drawing and Talking - Older Adults

13/06/2024

We are often asked about how Drawing and Talking works, who it works for and how it supports older adults and those living with dementia.

As a therapeutic intervention and process, it is suitable for both one-to-one and group work. Studies have also shown that certain creative play activities even help boost cognitive function in various areas of the brain and enhance communication, brain function and social interaction in people with dementia.

On our training courses, we share exactly how you can begin using the approach in your setting with those older adults who would benefit in either the one to one approach or group work setting.

With just one day of training you can begin one-to-one work (Foundation Course)
With just two days of training you can begin group work (Advanced Course)
You also receive one year's FREE access to our membership area, including coaching calls, that can support you.

The one to one technique improves the emotional wellbeing of your client over the 12 weekly sessions, each lasting 30 minutes

Join our upcoming online Foundation training programme for just £299 plus vat

💜July 8th

Training is held on zoom -from 09.00am to 3.30pm

Training provides 5.5 hours CPD enabling you to upskill and learn a valuable new technique to your professional skill set

Read more here: https://drawingandtalking.com/foundation-older-adults

12/06/2024

Having access to community and social networks is vital to our mental health and wellbeing. Age UK centres are welcoming supportive places, that are fun. Let’s hope that the next government funds these vital services.

Loneliness is a major social problem across all age groups. For older people it is often compounded by bereavement and other losses, and difficulties getting out and about because of disability, ill health, or poor public transport.

Our network of local Age UKs support hundreds of thousands of older people to keep at bay and enable them to play a role in their community. But we need the Government to help by taking the lead.

Find out how we’re making sure that the next Government listens to older people’s voices 👉 https://bit.ly/4dzobiD

12/06/2024

Shout out to all carers this week is Carers week ( 10th to 16th June) Is there someone you need to recognise for their contribution?

Carers Week is an annual awareness campaign to celebrate and recognise the vital contribution made by the UK's 5.7 million carers

The theme for Carers Week 2024 is 'Putting carers on the map'.

This year many charities that support carers such as Carers UK, want to highlight the increasing pressures carers are under and to campaign for much-needed recognition and support.

This includes raising awareness about the challenges carers face which impact on their finances, employment, health and wellbeing and ensuring policymakers and politicians take steps to better support carers’ needs.

A staggering 82% of carers surveyed by Carers UK said the impact of caring on their physical and mental health would be a challenge over the coming year, with nearly 60% adding that being valued as a carer would improve their wellbeing.

10/06/2024

We believe Drawing and Talking therapy can transform the lives of older adults and those living with dementia.

With just one day's training, a member of your team can begin this gentle, non-invasive technique that allows residents to process their emotions through the pictures they draw.

We are hosting an FREE Introduction to Drawing and Talking for Older Adults webinar on Tuesday 18th June at 7.30pm-8:45pm. We'd love to see you there and excited to start your Drawing & Talking journey.

On the webinar we will be exploring this beautiful technique, who it works for and how it supports older adults and those living with dementia

Click below to complete the form to register for your space to join the conversation

https://drawingandtalking.com/introduction-webinar-for-older-adults

04/06/2024

If you are a professional carer, supporting those who need live in at home care, finding a way to support your clients who are experiencing loneliness and isolation can be incredibly important if they are living alone.

Equipping yourself or your teams with a simple effective intervention can make a difference to those you care for

Join our free webinar on Tuesday 18th June at 7.30pm to learn more about Drawing and Talking and the technique that can improve lives and how you can introduce this in your setting.

We are on a mission to make more impact and support older adults with a technique we know makes a real difference to wellbeing

Register here
https://drawingandtalking.com/introduction-webinar-for-older-adults

Creators of a global proactive intervention intended to complement rather than replace the work of Specialist Mental Health Services

03/06/2024

Here are 5 key Facts about Drawing and Talking we want to share with you

1. It is a therapeutic play intervention.
2. We use story telling language to create symbolic healing.
3. It takes a maximum 2 days to train.
4. It can be used with anyone aged 5-105!
5. All that is needed is A4 paper, HB pencils, a document folder and then let them do the work.

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31/05/2024

A question we are often asked is 'How does Drawing and Talking work?'

''Working 1:1 with a lady with moderate dementia, it took around 3 sessions to get into the flow of what a Drawing and Talking session is. This is ok, as it was her work so, she dictated the pace.

By the 6th session she was familiar with the structure of the sessions, engaging with the work and there was a noticeable difference in her demeanour both during and after sessions. She was calmer, happier, and more relaxed.''

29/05/2024

Early intervention and support in mental well-being is vital for individuals of all ages.

Drawing and Talking allows individuals to discover and process emotions through a non-directed technique, setting it apart from existing solution-focused and cognitive-based therapies and interventions.

Drawing and Talking works with an adult's inner world, rather than their conscious, cognitive mind.

If you work with older adults we would love you to come and meet us on our next introductory webinar.

Join us on Tuesday June 18th at 7.30pm to learn more about how you can introduce Drawing and Talking into your setting.

Register for your free place below

https://drawingandtalking.com/introduction-webinar-for-older-adults

24/05/2024

Join our upcoming Older Adults Foundation Training on 8th July and equip yourself or your team with a gentle simple cost effective intervention.

Once trained to implement this in your setting the one to one Drawing and Talking intervention can be used as a therapeutic technique to support older adults dealing with ( and not limited to)

Life changing events, including
Bereavement
Grief and loss
Loneliness
Loss of independence
Transition into a form of care in the home or a residential setting

Simply put Drawing and Talking can support anyone dealing with anxiety, emotional pain or trauma in a non intrusive way allowing the person to process emotions safely

Read more about the training day here
https://drawingandtalking.com/foundation-older-adults

23/05/2024

Our webinars are a popular way to learn more about who we are in Drawing and Talking, and how we can help those of you supporting older adults in a professional capacity to introduce Drawing and Talking into your setting.

As a company that provides quality assured training for professionals and individuals our support membership for our Practitioner community is available to you when you invest in training with us.

We know sometimes it can feel overwhelming, that's why are also here to support you in your role too

You will be supported beyond your training day with our annual membership provision.

Learn more about us here

https://drawingandtalking.com/older-adults

21/05/2024

Did you know?

Engaging in Drawing and Talking sessions isn't just about using drawing as a form of expression—it's a holistic journey towards better physical and mental health, especially for older adults!

Drawing combined with open discussions provides a safe space for individuals to explore and express their emotions, stimulate memories, and maintain and build secure, healthy attachments.

It's not about creating a piece of art work; it's about helping with anxiety, stress and frustration, sparking joy, and preserving precious moments.

17/05/2024

Drawing and Talking are excited to be attending a Dementia Support Information Day, where we can interact with attendees in the designated 'quiet' room and share our passion for better mental health and wellbeing for all.

It will be the end of Dementia Awareness Week but the start to living well with Dementia for many.

Let's build safe and secure attachments and stand together to spread the word of person-centred care with human-to-human connection.