Social Prescribing for Dementia

Extraordinary is not a word to be used lightly, but it fits the 2021 Arts 4 Dementia conference (held virtually on May 20–21). Entitled Arts for brain health: social prescribing as peri-diagnostic practice for dementia, the conference was an exhibition of enthusiasm, creativity, and critical thinking. The conference programme was impressive for its quality, innovation, diversity, and inclusion, providing a collage of thought and activity to whet the appetite of most attendees. It also provided a sense of movement towards cultural change, and influencing policy was a clear focus for the organisers.

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