Episodes

  • The Dementia Experience: Episode 7
    Jul 10 2025

    Our fab & refreshing guest Edith Tankus, an award winning director and performer, shares the power of creative connection in later life, reflecting on intergenerational gaps, the cultural differences between East and West in how we value aging, and the magic that happens when we create “beautiful little rooms” filled with joy, theatre, music, and meaning.

    We talk theatre, transformation, and the quiet revolutions taking place when older adults are seen, heard, and creatively celebrated.

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    31 mins
  • The Dementia Experience: Episode 6
    Mar 13 2025

    Clara and fellow director Anne discuss just how radical a mental shift it is for the family member of those who have dementia. Following their lead, going with their flow, accepting their reality. All so tricky but completely possible when supported by others who get it. Hunting for nuggets of joy, the connections that can be found- uplifting stuff, while keeping it real!

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    40 mins
  • The Dementia Experience: Episode 5
    Feb 13 2025

    A whirl of wonder and wisdom with the inspirational Managing Director of The Utley Foundation, Sarah Metcalfe. ​We delve into Music for Dementia's impactful 'Give it a Go' campaign and the exciting work of the Manchester Camerata, who are revolutionizing dementia care with a bold and innovative approach.

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    38 mins
  • The Dementia Experience: Episode 4
    Jan 30 2025

    Conversational free styling with Soph Lewis' about her experience working with Music for Dementia, life lessons learnt and the importance of humour in tricky times. We also talk about her latest project 'The Reincarnation Club'- an ingenious and thoughtful way to help keep our loved ones close through the reincarnation of their clothes.

    Recording quality poor I'm very sorry to say but the tech dudes have done their best...

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    48 mins
  • The Dementia Experience: Episode 3
    Nov 7 2024

    Brave and honest chat with Anne and Tanya, who met each other at one of our Coffee Mornings for relatives of those with dementia.

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    48 mins
  • The Dementia Experience: Episode 2
    Jul 9 2024

    Soulful and supersonic Rachel Cuming opens up about her devoted love towards her mother during her time with Alzheimer’s & how music helped them communicate when words ran out.

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    43 mins
  • The Dementia Experience: Episode 1
    Apr 5 2024

    Episode 1 is with Donna-Marie, a fantastic and energising care home entertainer who loves nothing more than making others happy. She has been a hit in care homes running 'Dementia Discos' with her fab pom poms and person-centered approach.

    Clara and her talk all things dementia; the power of connection and learning to go with the flow.

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    22 mins