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‘Before The Fog’ by Mor Ben Haim
Short film captures the experience of a young mother diagnosed with early-onset dementia
Dementia-themed Film Festival by AlzAuthors
Through December, screen films and participate in talkbacks with creators of dementia-centered works, including members of the Dementia Spring community
EngAge by Natasha Goldstein-Levitas
Organization uses movement-based intervention to creatively interact with those living with dementia and their caregivers
‘Shaping Memory’ by Marcella Hackbardt
Collection explores the relationship between modern and contemporary medical visual culture, including in the face of Alzheimer’s disease
‘My Father’s Shirts’ by George Slade
Photo book shares experience of caregiving through COVID, documenting a father’s journey with dementia
Café for Care Partners by Shane Farrell, ARTZ Philadelphia
Community program provides respite for caregivers with creative projects and nature walks in the Philadelphia area
‘MOTHER’ by Viktor Witkowski
Filmmaker brings along his camera to walk alongside his mother through her final years living with frontotemporal dementia
‘The White Scarf’ by Marc Angelo
Hospice chaplain takes on hard themes, such as consent and social erasure, in this short film depicting dementia as it unfolds in a queer couple
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When Memory Fades is a series of seven paintings depicting the stages of dementia. Inspired by my grandmother’s experience, the work explores the loss of memory and identity, reflecting the emotional impact on both the individual and their loved ones
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Full length musical about the reconciliation of a mother/daughter while navigating an Alzheimer’s diagnosis.
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Driving the Daisies is a limited series that explores what it’s like to lose independence as we age. Based on real people. One losing independence mentally with Dementia and the other physically with Parkinsons.
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Concetta is a violinist, music composer and end of life doula. She provides live music as a support for those who are terminally ill and their grieving communities who surround them. She is the founder of Sound and Memory (www.soundandmemory.com).
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I offer therapeutic movement experiences, SenseAble creative suggestions for support and empowerment, and therapeutic, evidence-based advice to help communities, individuals, and their care partners navigate life changes and move towards wellness.
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My work aims to be a multimedia exhibit that blends portrait photography, personal storytelling, and clinical insight to honor individuals living with dementia.
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Short film dealing with the challenges of caregivers and the importance of the arts and connections in memory care.
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I’m shooting a documentary about dementia caregivers, covering the immense daily logistical struggles they face on top of the ongoing and unique process of dementia grief
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Grandpa & Lewy is a children’s book that addresses some of the symptoms patients face and how a child might help a loved one dealing with LBD. A story of hope and empowerment that takes children through possible scenarios in a non-frightening way.
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Short-film on the effects of dementia in an elderly gay man.
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Iris Music Project transforms senior living communities into spaces of creative exchange by employing professional musicians as long term resident artists in the community. We are grateful to have been featured in your latest Artist Spotlight!
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PCC’s Creative Aging program offers elders the opportunity to deepen social connections, develop new skills, and make meaning out of shared stories and life experiences through a supported documentary theater and storytelling creative process.
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“Mitzi” is a short film about a woman living with dementia who believes herself to be a famous actress living in a grand estate while her son struggles to connect with her through the veil of her fantasy.
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I create hundreds of small forms resembling the plant myosotis sylvatica; know in its common name, the forget-me-not. Each paper form is sewed to canvas stretchers. The work is made on smaller panels intended to be viewed as one larger installation.
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Iris’ unique Ensemble-in-Residence programs embed musicians in retirement and healthcare communities as core members of the workforce, turning healthcare institutions into creative hubs. Each week Iris’ programming reaches over 1,800 older adults.
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I will be creating a 20-25 minute short film about a rural family dictating whether or not to euthanize their elderly mutt, who’s best friend is a grandfather with dementia. I hope make a statement about the treatment of elderly citizens.
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I am an artist making work that centers on sharing my mother’s advancing dementia, and a digital storytelling mentor and facilitator through StoryCenter.org, supporting people w/personal & professional experiences with dementia/caregiving.
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I have written, produced, and performed a one woman show about my journey with my mother as she has gone through her early on- set Alzheimer’s. She was diagnosed when she was 54 and I was 25. I am taking my show to Edinburgh Fringe this August.
‘Memories Unleashed’ by Elijah Rock
Musician employs jazz to bridge the distance between himself and his father, who is living with Alzheimer’s disease
‘When I Become Confused’ by David Leask
Collaboration of carers culminates in a music single with video animation depicting the lives of families living with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
Legacy Quilt Project by Alicia Rheal
Artist collaborates with subjects combating dementia onset with creativity and community
Stills from The Remember Balloons LIVE! dance theater adaptation of the children’s book.
Book inspires artist to create space for conversations about memory loss among families with this dance theater adaptation
‘Jello Brain’ by Natalie Grove
One-woman show walks audience through a mother’s transition to memory care as she and her daughter cope with the realities of early-onset Alzheimer’s
‘Father’ by Nitai Kuperman
Artist finds creative outlet in making music alongside his father, as a family affected by Alzheimer’s disease
Mariachi Sana Sana by Gail Aflalo
Combining passions of music and science, group brings mariachi performances to memory care facilities in Houston area
Sophia and Olivia Myszkowkis on the first day of shooting for The Lin Myszkowski Documentary Project.
Documentary project seeks to bring comfort, validation and connection to families living with dementia
Deepness Dementia Radio by Howard Gordon
Internet radio service built and run by those living with dementia challenges assumptions while entertaining and educating
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In 2019, our mom was diagnosed with a rare disease called Posterior Cortical Atrophy, a variant of dementia. We’re making a doc about devotion, commitment, marriage, and sickness – her life story & journey, alongside our dad, with the disease.
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In 2019, our mom was diagnosed with a rare disease called Posterior Cortical Atrophy, a variant of dementia. We’re making a doc about devotion, commitment, marriage, and sickness – her life story & journey, alongside our dad, with the disease.
Ensemble-in-Residence from The Iris Music Project and Winter Growth
Musicians inspire creativity and social engagement in those living with dementia over a long-term commitment
‘Remembering When I Used to Remember’ by Patrick Riviere
Short play depicts humorous and heartwarming story of a couple as they prepare to renew their vows
‘Colour My World’ by Melinda Buckley
Short play showcases a relationship through the decades between a person living with dementia and her husband
‘Va a Llover Toda La Noche’ by Alicia Vera
Photographer documents the emotional journey of Alzheimer’s disease through the lens of her experience with her mother
‘小凤 (Phoenix at Sundown)’ by Yuxiao Mu
Photo series captures a multigenerational collaboration of a family across continents as they experience life with dementia
‘Dad Went on a Journey' by Tomoaki Hata
Photography series documents seven years following his father’s diagnosis with Alzheimer’s disease
ARTZ Philadelphia Executive Director, Susan Shifrin, appears with an ARTZ in the Making participant.
Organization places art-making tools in the hands of people living with dementia and their caregivers in the Philadelphia area
‘Long Time No See’ by Polina Schneider
Photographs document the reuniting of a granddaughter and her Granny, who is now living with dementia
‘73 Seconds’ by Jared Mezzocchi
Theatermaker’s multimedia performance is among the 2024 Dementia Arts Impact Award recipients
The ART of the Matter by C. Nathaniel Brown
Nonprofit Expose Dementia is among the 2024 Dementia Arts Impact Award recipients, launching a collaboration in The ART of the Matter
‘The Gold Room’ by Juan Carlos Zaldivar
An interactive portrait exhibition by multidisciplinary artist and educator is among the 2024 Dementia Arts Impact Award recipients
2024 DAIA Recipients
The Dementia Spring Foundation is delighted to announce this year’s Dementia Arts Impact Awardees.
A caregiver puts lipstick on E. Holi during her treatment postoperation (around January 2023). Even though with her condition, she remembers and always wants to be pretty.
Photographer processes her mother’s vascular dementia diagnosis and her role as a caregiver in a collection
Kick Off With a Verse by Karin De Novellis
Poet, caregiver develops program to show others the creative path through dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
Old School Improv by Dave Gau at Yes Balloon
Comedy troupe demonstrates finding connection with people living with dementia through improvisation
Double exposure of an antique family teapot.
Photo series makes space for the changing dynamics of a family in flux amid the progression of Alzheimer’s disease
‘Mother Lasting’ by Irene Delka McCray
Dementia caregiver explores her mother’s layers of lasting through a series of paintings and drawings